The Fateful Evening part 2

Part 6

Arjun slowly approached the boy and touched his face. He was thrilled to feel the touch of his own blood live before him unexpectedly. He softened his hair that is curly untamed like his own.Iravan, ...He stammered in a whispering voice.
Pitasri,Iravan bent to touch his feet. He got tears in his eyes. What did he do to be born as the Eldest son of the most famous warrior on earth ,No in all the worlds,In heaven he always heard so much praise showered on his father who defeated even the great Indra.
Arjun pulled him up and hugged him.Iravan felt warm and secure in his father's arms. Tears rolled from his eyes. Why did you leave us behind ? He repeated his question in choked voice.
Arjun understood his pain. He knew how distressful it is to grow without the protective hand of  father on head . He lived the painful life having lost his father so early in his childhood. But for the loving care of his grandfather he would have been shattered.
I have no option Putr.i still have to undergo celibacy  for eleven years I regret it Putr, But your mother is so bold and upright that she fulfilled my share of responsibility also. I am thank ful to her. Arjun admitted with honesty and wiped his tears.
I am happy you came in time to meet all your brothers and of course your little sister.
iravan smiled happily. I met Pragati Pitasri and Jyesht Mata .

Arjun wondered. Really? What did she say? He asked. That I resembled you in many ways. Iravan admitted proudly.Ofcourse my son would look like me only. Iravan when I was in Gurukul I was like you only. But you look more handsome than me. Arjun said with his winning smile.
As both of them walked together,Ulupi who is waiting at a distance felt relieved. The union happened. Now there is no desire left for her. Arjun asked her. Why didn't you inform me that my son coming  over ?

Ulupi replied with a  smile. I am still doubtful of your reception.You may feel happy or? She lowered her voice as she doesn't want her son to hear her words. Arjun is clearly hurt. What should I do to make you believe that I care equally for you and our son? He asked in a desparately voice.
No,I didn't mean to hurt you. It is just a woman's heart that feels inhibited and embarassed for pressurising you for acceptance. Forgive me now. I submit our son before you and you can mould him in any way.

Arjun smiled happily. He took her nearer with one arm and Iravan with another arm.Ulupi had tears in her eyes. How long she waited for this moment? .As they walked towards the Dining chamber,Abhi ran into his father and shouted with excitement.Pitasri,Mama told me that my big brother came today? Where is he?
Arjun lifted him up and made him face Iravan. He is your brother Abhi. Do Pranam. Arjun introduced the brothers. Abhi is all enthusiasm and  observed Iravan carefully. Pitasri he is like you.Jyesht mata told me already.
Where is your Jyesht mata ? Arjun asked. She is inside . You know Pitasri,Pragati rolled and crawled on the floor. Grandmother is celebrating. Let us go inside. Arjun is immensely happy. He has two reasons to celebrate. His son's arrival and his little Princess's first moves.

It is excitement all over for Indraprasth's royal family.Another Pandav Putr entered their Family and made his presence felt.Duryothan felt the pang of jealousy while Dussasan twisted his lips. Karn commented .Looks like Arjun's sons spread over in all directions. God knows how many more happen in future.

Mamasri Sakuni muttered under his breath. The scheming Krishna Vaasudev 's plan to make Pandavas invincible . Arjun made alliances in all directions Chitrangada North, Subhadra west Arya in East Alli in South the list goes on. With Ulupi he made peace with Nagas. AngRaj ignorant people like you think that he married several times because of his flirty nature. But in reality it is a master plan of That Krishna Vaasudev.
Duryothan is frustrated. Mamasri I don't see any way to curb these Pandavas. Sakuni smiled his viscious smile. Wait and watch. We have the weakest link called Yudhishtir to make a way through. ...

The breakfast time is a blast for Children on that day. They had specials  made on the occasion of Iravan's arrival.  Further more Kunti distributed special sweets to every one to celebrate Pragati's first moves. She made Pragati take Ladoos in her hands and close her fists . Pragati enjoyed the act and rubbed her little palms on her grand mother's face. Kunti felt immensely thrilled at her grand  daughter's mischeous acts.

Arjun took her in his arms and made her rub her hands on his cheeks. Arjun's wives smilingly observed his laad pyaar for his cute daughter and missed having a daughter. Chitra sighed and revealed. I am getting desparate day by day. I should have got one immediately after Babhru. He stayed two years with me then.

Ulupi assured her friend. Better late than never.Rajasuya still has so much time to commence. You once speak your mind before him. Rekha raised a doubt. What if we again get a son? Alli laughed and quipped. I still have a chance as I may get twins as per Raja vaidyaa's saying.
Arya stressed. Daughter or a son it will be decided. before only.Purva Nirdharit . But still there is nothing wrong in trying. Subhadra said. I may not have that feeling as I have Pragati growing up before me. Even if she is born to Panchali,she is my husband's daughter only. Abhi and Kirti's sister.

Iravan held Pragati and felt the thrill. So small sister he has. And so many brothers to control and play with them as they are younger in age.Krishna expressed his happiness on seeing all the children of Parth. He told him. You know what your wives are planning? Arjun had a question mark on his face. Daughters Parth.They immediately want daughters for them.Krishna said in a teasing voice. But not your sister I hope. She says Abhi is enough for her and Pragati is her daughter like .
Bhadra is clever. Krishna praised . Nakul's wife Karenu is pregnant and her Ashirvad ceremony is planned by her parents who just arrived. Kunti told them. My Eldest Bahu takes care of everything. And Kanha's wife Satya also is an expert in planning functions. You discuss with them and fix the date. Jalandhara,Devika and Vijaya had one son each.now Karenu is pregnant . With that every wife of Pandavas posess their own .

Panchali distributed beautiful ear rings to Krishna's wives and her co wives . They liked them immensely . Satya taunted Arjun. We have Samantaka Mani that gives gold every day. But you seem to have collected Ten times more . Your wives are enjoying the fruits of marrying the greatest archer. Arjun asked her . You want more? Panchali is your friend only.  Ask her and she will open the whole treasury to you. Satya straightly said. I am thinking it is better to ask her to give me the one who brought that whole treasury with his valour. How is my idea Lord? She asked Krishna with a smile on her face. Krishna appreciated her. You are awesome dear. That way I Can have Parth at Dwaraka and enjoy his company. But  I doubt Krishnaa Yaajnaseni may not entertain your wish. I am so certain. He winked at Arjun who had a desparate expression . Satya you get so wierd ideas I should say. I should hail Madhav for bearing with your intelligence. He said with a bit of sarcasm.Satya laughed at him and said. Just For Fun. Nothing more.