Destined to be Arranged

6. The Wedding Quandary : Decisions and Doubts✨

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Rajveer's POV

Spending quality time with everyone was truly delightful. Maa Sa and Baba Sa arrived in the evening, and it was wonderful to have everyone together again. It had been far too long since we enjoyed such a joyful gathering.

During dinner, Baba Sa asked to speak with me privately, so we went up to the garden.

"Bacche, I believe it's time for you to consider settling down," Baba Sa said.

"Baba Sa, I understand your concern, but I'm not sure I'm prepared to take on that responsibility just yet," I replied.

"Beta, jab zimmedari aati hai tab sab apne aap theek ho jata hai. Also, having a partner won't make you weak; it will make you stronger. Look at your Maa Sa and me. We have shared countless responsibilities— as husband and wife, as parents, and in managing this kingdom. It has all been possible because of her. She is my rock in difficult times and understands me completely. I want the same for you, bacche," he explained gently.

"I understand that, but how can I be sure someone will be my strength?" I questioned.

"Do you trust us?" he asked.

"Yes, Baba Sa. Khudse zyada humne aap sab pe vishwas kiya hai, aur hamesha karenge," I replied. (Yes, Baba Sa. I trust all of you more than I trust myself, and I always will.)

"Is there anyone in your life you'd like to introduce to us?" Maa Sa asked, joining us.

"Maa Sa, aisa koi nahi hai. Jo aap theek samjhe woh hame manzoor hai," I said. (Maa Sa, there is no one at the moment. Whatever decision you make, I will accept it.)

"There is a young woman, the daughter of one of my business partners. She is the princess of Sindurgarh," Baba Sa said.

"She is also the daughter of my best friend. I would really like for you to meet her and consider this alliance," Maa Sa added with enthusiasm.

"I'll think about it. Please give me some time," I pleaded.

"Alright, you have two days. We're visiting their haveli on Saturday, so make up your mind by then," Maa Sa warned.

"Not fair! It feels like this was all prearranged," I complained.

Soon, we retreated to our rooms. I was exhausted from the journey and now faced with this new dilemma. I resolved to discuss it with my best friends the next day.

After changing into my nightwear, something caught my eye: an anklet in my wardrobe. It reminded me of Tara and her anklet. I had forgotten about her since my birthday and had searched for her in vain. It seemed fate had other plans for us.

As I gazed at the anklet, memories of Tara flooded my mind, and I soon fell asleep.

The next morning, I prepared for the office and called both my friends over. It had been too long since we'd last met, and I knew they would probably tease me for disappearing. I deserved it, though, for neglecting them for months.

At the office, while working in my cabin, the door burst open, and my two best friends stormed in, launching themselves at me.

"Oye, Rishabh, yeh kaun hai bhai, tujhe yaad hai?" Gautam teased. (Oye Rishabh, who is this guy, do you remember?)