Shiv - Shakti, The First Love Story - Dakshayani

Before The Beginning

The snow capped surrounding of the mountain was melancholic as opposed to the usual serenity and beauty that engulfs the environment. Shiva and Adi Shakti were walking aside each other but neither of them looked at each other. The joy of being together was missing from their eyes and instead they were filled with tears.

At the beginning of the universe, Shakti had promised Shiva that she'll always be with him. In every form. They had merged together as 'Ardhanareshwara' and their 'Lasya' or 'Dance of creation' had given birth to nature for she was nature herself but neither had anticipated that they'd have to part ways so soon. Brahma had requested them to seperate so he can continue with the creation of men and women. 'Ardhanareshwara' had granted him the boon but now they're faced with one of the most tremoultous situations of their lives. They both reached the end of the cliff and stopped.

"Didn't know that we had so little time together" Shakti sighed. Shiva came closer and grasped her shoulders.

"Time can never be controlled, my love. It's destiny. Even if we are time personified, we too cannot go beyond what is destined for us"

Shakti cradled his face with her hands and wiped the tear that was rolling down his cheeks.

"But I do intend to keep my promise. I have promised you that I will be with you in every form and shape and I will come back to you. No matter what. You are my destiny and nothing can keep us apart. It's my vow."

Shakti smiled which Shiva returned and nodded. He touched her forehead with his own and whispered," I love you. I will always love you."

He had to step back as he saw Shakti vanishing from in front from him as she headed to Suryaloka where she had intended to recide for a while. Shiva looked around to see his Kailash empty. Dejected, he sat down to meditate. He will open his eyes again only for her.