HOUSE OF LIES

13

"Abhimanyu, we have to get rid of your mother. She has become bothersome, and we can't bear her reckless behavior anymore," Naitik said, his voice cold and resolute.

Abhimanyu's heart sank. His mother, maa sa, had always been difficult, but this? "Maa sa was reckless, but we can't kill her," he said, his voice trembling.

"Who said anything about killing her?" Naitik's lips curled into a cruel smile. "We just need the world to believe she's dead."

Abhimanyu stared at his father, disbelief written on his face. "What about Rajveer bhai sa? He might be searching for her desperately, especially since his wife is involved this time."

"I know where to hide her. Even Rajveer won't be able to find her," Naitik replied confidently, his eyes gleaming with a dark determination.

Abhimanyu nodded slowly, his mind racing. "We need to move fast. Only 10 days are left for the coronation ceremony."

Naitik's expression darkened further. "Since we won't be able to touch Rajveer, should we just get rid of Nandani?"

"NO!" Abhimanyu's scream echoed through the room. His hands balled into fists, his voice raw with emotion. "She is mine! She belongs to me! If Rajveer bhai sa hadn't interfered, I was going to send an official proposal for our marriage!"

Naitik placed a firm hand on his  shoulder. "Abhi, don't let your obsession get in the way of your path. I'm warning you. We have come this far, I've put my life at stake, and we can't afford to lose everything now."

Abhimanyu's face softened. "Of course, baba sa. I understand."

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At the Hospital

The atmosphere was tense at the hospital. Advit stormed in, his voice booming with authority. "Where is Rani sa?" he asked the guards urgently.

"Kuwar sa, about 20 people attacked us suddenly. We couldn't stop them, and half of our men left after Naitik sir ordered them," one of the guards stammered.

"What? Why would—" Advit's words were cut off as Rajveer appeared, his presence commanding attention.

"What happened here?" Rajveer asked, his voice calm but laced with danger.

"Bhai sa, Rani sa has run away," Advit replied, his eyes filled with worry.

Rajveer's eyes darkened. "What? What were you all doing at the time? And where is Abhimanyu? He was with her all night."

Just then, Abhimanyu limped out of the doctor's room, his face bruised, a bandage around his head, and his left leg dragging slightly. "I'm here, bhai sa."

Rajveer rushed to him, concern etched on his face. "How did this happen? And where is your mother?"

Abhimanyu's voice cracked as he spoke, "Bhai sa, I was sitting beside maa sa the whole night. But I didn't know when someone hit me from behind. I couldn't see their face."

Suddenly, a guard came running toward them, panting heavily. "Kuwar sa, we've found a dead body at the hospital fountain."

Rajveer's heart raced. "Whose body is it?" he demanded.

Just then, Naitik walked out of the elevator, bowing slightly. "We presume the body belongs to Rani sa," Naitik said in a low, almost respectful tone.

Abhimanyu fell to his knees, his face contorted in pain as tears streamed down his cheeks. "Nooo... Maa sa!" he cried, his sobs echoing in the sterile hospital hall.

(50 rupee kato iski acting ka )

Rajveer, though deeply hurt, knelt beside his brother, placing a hand on his back. He knew the pain of losing a mother all too well—he had lost his when he was just a child. His voice, soft yet firm, carried through the room. "I will ignore her crime and grant her a royal funeral."

No one dared question Rajveer's command, though Advit was suspicious. He stepped forward, his eyes narrowed. "Bhai sa, don't you think we should first confirm if the body really belongs to Rani sa?"

Before Rajveer could respond, Naitik cut in. "Kuwar sa, the face was destroyed, but we found the royal ring on her finger. It was really Rani sa."

Advit remained unconvinced but chose to stay silent. As he walked away, Naitik subtly gestured to one of his guards to follow him.

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The royal funeral took place at the grand palace. The air was heavy with grief as the people of Suryagarh whispered among themselves. Two funerals in just three days—first the king, and now the queen. Who would take the throne now?

All members of the royal family were present, except for Nandani. She was still traumatized and refused to leave her room. Rajveer had his best female knights guarding her door to ensure her safety.

As the last rites began, the hall fell silent. Everything seemed to be going smoothly when the king's advisor walked in, his face serious. He held a large, ornate scroll in his hand.

"As the king and queen have both passed away, we must quickly decide who will be the next ruler, as per the king's will," he announced, his voice commanding everyone's attention.

The crowd grew anxious as he slowly unrolled the scroll. "As the King and Queen of Suryagarh have passed away, a new ruler shall be appointed by a voting system, as per the will of the previous king."

Whispers filled the hall, confusion spreading like wildfire. Voting? This had never happened before.

The advisor's assistant stepped forward, his voice steady. "Every person in this kingdom will vote for the one they believe should be the next ruler. Whoever gets the most votes will become either the King or... the Queen."

A hush fell over the crowd. The word "Queen" hung in the air, leaving everyone puzzled.

The advisor continued, "As per the king's will, not only a man but a woman has the right to rule. Therefore, Ishana bai sa is also a candidate to be the ruler of Suryagarh."

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End of Season 1

Season 2 will be even more exciting, with four heirs vying for the throne! Who will win the people's hearts? Find out on October 15th. 

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for ishana : type 💗

AUTHOR'S NOTE

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