A Drop of Blood - The tale of Rudraksh and Bhairavi

Strolling through the dense woods and scavenging for specific herbs and plants was a daily chore I didn't mind. The silence from the hustle and bustle of the village, the soothing chirps of birds and insects, and the freshness of the air flowing through the trees. It was all that made up my world being a healer in a small village. It made my life soundless, harmless, and unnoticeable, just as it was commanded to be. Anything beyond was a privilege I couldn't even dare to wish for.

But when he came strolling into my quiet life, I couldn't help but hope for more. Wish for more. His glittery brown eyes which held warmth like glistening honey under the sun rays. His husky tone and deep voice which drew chills up the length of my spine. And his luscious pink lips which soundlessly promised me sins and desires I couldn't stop dreaming about. I didn't know when they began to control the beating of my heart and direction of my life. The spark in him lit up my world and I willingly burned in it with nothing but love.

Oh, how I wish it could all be mine. That feeling of being the queen sitting in his heart and ruling his life. Or that feeling of the blazing fire licking up my soul as our breathes caressed each other's faces. Or that one where his lies and baseless promises felt nothing but true in the depth of my gut. It was too late now. I was bound by blood and duty, and I had no choice but to vanish from his hold to save my kingdom from the impeding war and chaos.

Read on to live the story of Rudraksh and Bhairavi!