Mahabharata- I Wish This Lasts Forever(Editing)

Chapter-47|Agyatavs-6

Dhaksha's pov

"So where have you seen me, Rajkumar Uttar?" I asked, trying to gauge his memory.
"Well, I remember seeing you with Karna, the one who won the commoner archery competition in Hastinapur," he replied, a hint of recognition in his eyes.
"Oh yes, I... um, was with Karna that day," I said, forcing a smile that didn't quite reach my heart.
"You were the one who stood up to that bully and defeated him, right?" he asked, his voice tinged with admiration.
He was referring to that enormous boy who had been terrorizing others.

"Yes, that was me. But I didn't see you there. It was a commoner competition, wasn't it? What's your story?" I inquired, curious about his presence.
"Actually, I was disguised as a commoner that day, trying to observe what was happening in Hastinapur," he admitted, rubbing the back of his neck awkwardly.

"Aha, he can blend in, while I must hide my true identity as a woman. How unjust it feels."

"So, what brings you here?" he asked, his tone shifting to a more serious note.

I felt a wave of uncertainty, but I had to be honest.

"He will definitely find out soon," I heard Kanha Na's voice echo in my mind.
"I have no other choice, Govindh," I said, frustration creeping into my voice.
"Proceed at your own risk, dear Dhakshan," he chuckled softly, though I could sense concern beneath his humor.

"Well, I'm Karna's sister," I replied,taking a deep breath. "I'm here because my family is struggling immensely. I thought it would help if I contributed. You know, working as a woman isn't really an option, so I disguised myself as a man to serve you."

"Where did you learn to weave such convincing lies?" Kanha Na asked, a smirk playing on his lips.
"Well, dear Govindh, I learned it from you," I replied with a faint smile.
"Return as soon as you can. You'll be treated well by me," he offered, his tone softening.

"Karna's sister? But I thought he was the King of Anga. How can you be suffering?" he questioned, his expression filled with empathy.
This boy seems to understand the world's complexities better than most.

"Well, um, you see... my mother wasn't pleased about him becoming Angaraj. She felt he chose wealth over family, which led her to refuse to live with him in the palace. That's why I'm here, trying to survive," I explained, feeling a lump form in my throat .
"Yahh!! I'm your only brother, don't be like my brother, Karna my brother, Angaraj," Kanha Na said.
"I can smell jealously," I said.
"Anyways I'm your only brother and the universe knows it," he said.
"Yes Mr.Vasudeva Krishna," I said.

"Oh, so that's why you've been disguising yourself as a man. But why here, in our kingdom? You could easily work near your own," he asked, a hint of curiosity in his voice.
"He's asking too much questions, Govindhaa."
"Don't call me! I'm busy enjoying these coconut laddoos," Kanha replied dismissively.

"I thought it would be safer here. I never expected you to recognize me," I admitted with a pout, feeling a mix of embarrassment and surprise.
"You're better at spinning tales than you are at cooking, you know," Kanha teased lightly.
"Bhaiyaaaaa!" I protested, feeling a bit playful.
"Alright, I'll let you be," he chuckled, his laughter mingling with the sweetness of the laddoos.

"But when did you realize I'm a woman?" I couldn't help but ask.
"Nah, long before," he winked, starting to walk toward the lake, leaving me baffled.
"But why didn't you ever bring it up?" I called after him, a little hurt.

"Shhh, come sit with me," he said gently, patting the rock beside him by the lake.

"Well, Dhaksha! I had my suspicions from our very first meeting. Your eyes..they had this sparkle to them that men usually don't have," he looked at me.
His words reminded me of Aarya, who always pointed out my unique qualities.