Kashi Vishwanath: Two Eclipsed Hearts 💕

CHAPTER 59: "SISTERS NOT BY BLOOD, BUT BY HEARTS"

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From the grand archway of the mansion's entrance stepped a tall, graceful woman draped in regal hues of maroon and gold. Her Rajasthani lehenga shimmered softly under the chandelier's glow, adorned with intricate gota-patti work, while her dupatta fell effortlessly over one shoulder. Each step was marked by the delicate chime of her bangles, her kohl-lined eyes carrying a quiet, dignified fire.

She was Aradhya Chauhan, Rajendra Singhania's elder sister and the former queen of Jaisalmer.

At her side stood her husband, Maan Singh Chauhan, the former king. Dressed in a crisp ivory kurta and Nehru jacket, his presence was calm yet commanding, every movement steeped in the grace of a life once spent on a throne. Behind them entered a striking young couple, their son and daughter-in-law.

Shaurya Singh Chauhan tall, sharp-jawed, with a composed strength in his stride, and his beautiful wife, Sunetra Rawat Chauhan, graceful in a lavender saree with delicate Rajasthani touches, a minimalist choker around her neck, soft curls falling down her back. The soft clink of her half-set wedding bangles hinted at a recent marriage. Her emerald green eyes scanned the mansion with a serene smile dancing on her lips. Sunetra carried the aura of a woman born to walk with royalty, a queen, graceful yet unshakably poised. They were the reigning king and queen of Jaisalmer.

Everyone instinctively stood up as they saw them.

"Aradhya Didi!" Rajendra exclaimed in surprise, quickly moving towards the gate with a smile that was both delighted and slightly sheepish. Shalini followed close behind, as did Rudra, Raghav, and Vishwanath. Kashi, meanwhile, stood rooted to the spot, still trying to take in the sudden arrival of such a regal-looking family.

Rajendra reached the threshold "Didi, you didn't even tell me you were coming! I would have made proper arrangements. And the security didn't even inform......"

"I'm the one who told them not to," Aradhya interrupted sharply, her voice laced with restrained hurt. "Just like you didn't think it was important to tell me that my Vishu got married secretly. I had to hear it from outsiders from newspapers and media houses! Not a single word reached me."

Rajendra sighed and gently touched her arm."It's not like that, Didi. It's a long story. I will tell you everything."

Shalini joined him, and both she and Rajendra respectfully bent down to touch Aradhya and Maan's feet. Though clearly still upset, Aradhya couldn't hold back her emotions entirely, she pulled Rajendra into a small, affectionate hug, followed by Shalini. Maan, too, stepped forward and embraced Rajendra in a warm, firm hug.

One by one, Raghav, Vishwanath, and Rudra stepped forward and touched her feet. She blessed all three, smiling softly through her queenly composure.
"My boys are growing up so soon, It feels like just yesterday they were so little and now look at them" she murmured with pride, ruffling Rudra's hair.

Just then, Shaurya and Sunetra reached the threshold. Seeing them, Shalini quickly raised her hand. "Wait, beta! You are entering our house for the first time after marriage. Let me do the aarti first."

She called for a helper. Moments later, the aarti thali (prayer plate) was brought, and Shalini performed the aarti with warmth and tradition, smiling brightly at the young couple. Shaurya and Sunetra touched her and Rajendra's feet before stepping in.

"Welcome home, both of you," Rajendra said with a warm smile.

Rudra rushed forward and wrapped Shaurya in a tight bear hug. "Bhaiii!! I missed you!" he said in his usual energetic voice.

Shaurya laughed, patting his back. Raghav followed, nodding with a small smile, and Vishwanath gave Shaurya a firm handshake that melted into a brotherly hug.