Adrika's POV

After a long discussion with pandava brothers about possibilities of breaking any vows. They all took leave. I needed to talk to my people as well. I called my trusted members for a meeting. Hellisha, Aeser, Kayero and Shiara all of them looked somewhat tense.

"Looking at the given circumstances I think I need to go to Hasthinapur tomorrow. As well as maybe I'll be spending some time away from home. In this case I hope I can depend on you all for running the council effectively." I said.

"What ever you try Adrika, I don't think you can save them from the wrath of their family. They are in deep. I believe their family won't accept them." Aeser said.

"That's what been a problem for me. But I'm sure I will be able to find any middle ground." I replied.

"If we are going to run the island with out you my Grace, we need a plan. To run things swiftly." Kayero said. Always logical Kayero.

"Yes Kayero. And I know you already have something in mind. So let's see what you came up with."

"My grace I suggest the ancient one and the dragons guard the North borders. As that's our vulnerable part. Then we have Alpha Aeser and his wolf pack on east as that's our trade path. They are most familiar with it. My kind will have west mountains. As per Manor and it's responsibility, Lady Helisha is more than enough for it." He explained.

"Hmm.. Sounds doable. But one thing you missed Kayero. The southern Ocean. We cannot risk that." I said. I knew it's sounds too much preparedness for a mere Prince's over protective rambling. But his words got me realised, my people can face an attack as well. And I needed to protect them.

"I think it's time." I smiled and looked at Aeser who was way too tensed. He looked up to meet my eyes..

"But Adrika they have been undisturbed for centuries now. I can guard the ocean." He said.

"No I want you on the trade tracks. I want your senses and judgement over there." I said.

"My Grace! The Merpeople are at your debt for once. If we use them now they won't be there in actual need. We are not in war right now. I think we should save that asset." Helisha said.

"Yes my friend. Merpeople are not fond of disturbance. They promised to help us once. We should use this wisely." Shiara's rough voice said.

"Then we need outer help to secure our ocean. Find me the fastest carrier. A letter needs to reach Mirkwood before you all reach The Island. I'll write to elves." I said.

I knew hell will broke loose when they reach Hastinapur. I needed to do some troble shooting as well. But I couldn't just barge in to the court of Hastinapur. Only one man could grant me that authority. Time to meet Baldau. After a farewell from every one the padavas along with Droupadi and mata Kunti left. Kumar Nakul held my eyes for a bit, which was a desperate attempt to say that how much he hated that part.

I didn't told them my intension of going there. Cause I wasn't sure, yet I was sure that I was needed there. I gave him a smile to asure this apart isn't for long.

I started my journey to Dwarika after a day as I send my people to the island, which took me no time as I was a very fast rider as well as the horses of the Island were exceptionally fast. My heart wasn't in ecstasy the whole journey. The familiar city of dwarika gave me relief in a way that I was home. It was dusk when I reached Dwarika. With returing of cows the city people were shocked as well as delighted to see their elder princess returning home. Some of them even came forward to greet me. I felt so safe and calm in a such a long time. I mount off my horse to walk my way up to the palace. One of the commonor volunteer to take my horse to palace and inform of my arrival. I walked in peace. By the time I reached there it felt like the whole palace was there. A smile came to my face as I saw them. My family. Subhadra was beaming.

She ran to me to attack me in a hug. I hugged her back.

"Jiji.. It's been ages since I saw you. I'm so glad you are back." She said.

"I have missed you too my sweet." We were unable to leave each other but Revti bhavi's voice forced us to.

"Adrika. It's so delightful to see you dearie." She said. I hugged her saying.

"So do you Badi bhavi." We parted and she kissed my forehead. I turned to Rukmini bhavi.

"If you get something which you wanted yet didn't expected. That is the happiness beyond imagine." She said.

"A distress soul always finds the way home." I said hugging her. She was the affectionate mother. So pure and gentle.

"What happened jiji? Bhratashree krishn is also not here. And you showed up distress. Something terrible happened , it must." Subhadra asked.

"Nothing your jiji can't take care of I reckon Subhadra. Let Adrika rest a bit." Baldau said.

"Yes. Come Adrika. I'll take you to your chamber." Rukmini bhavi said.

"No Chhoti bhavi. I don't have much while to spare. I need to leave for hastinapur. I met bhrata krishn at Panchal. He will explain the events when he reaches here. Dau! I need your help and advice in current situation." I said.

"Adrika! Get rest. They will not reach Hastinapur that fast. Your heart is paining. Your soul is wonded. You need to heal yourself first before going to their aid. A while with the love of your family is all you needed meri ladli. Jao. Revti. Take her." He said loving yet firmly it almost sounded like a order to me. I bowed to him. To which he kissed my forehead.

My room. I spended a day or two here. But it was oddly familiar. Like after a long day of work my living room couch feels. Here I wasn't the queen of the island. I wasn't the famous war strategist. I wasn't the learned Adrika idivita. I was a daughter. I was a sister. A sister in law. Here I had a little sister's love. Two beautiful bhavis who cared. Two brothers to protect. Here I was secured and relived. Maybe this is why people crave family. While resting I told my girls everything. I broke down crying on rukmini bhavi. Subhadra was crying. Baldau was right. I needed them. I needed this emotional release. That night I slept like a baby. Without any care of what will happen tomorrow.

Next morning when I woke up a maid was there to inform me that Baldau was waiting for me. I dismissed her and finished my routine before heading out to meet him. We greet each other. He gave me a letter. I read it out. Wow. That was my ticket to Hasthinapur's court.

"This was what you wanted my dear right?" He asked me.

"Yes. As well I want your insight on this as well." I said. He smiled.

"How many avatars are there of yours Adrika? " He asked.

"Five." I answered.

" What are they?"

"Fire" I said confused.

"Warrior" He finished.

"Water"

"Learned"

"Wind"

War strategist"

"Earth"

"Healer"

"Soul"

"Woman. You have five avatars. Not because you are a prakriti kanya. But who you are. You have been using one only. Why my laddo? You like your fire way too much that you forgot about you have others too. Equally powerful. Right now you need something else." He said.

"I see you." I said.

"Yes my Fireflower. Your name is fire. It is strong. But doesn't mean flower is weaker. Be the flower Adrika. Be soft. Be like water. Cause to control a fire we use water. Be the learned Adrika idivita the whole world known you for. Tender as no one ever seen. Make them week on knees with your wisdom. Fear of you can have a excuse but they can't have one if you take them with respect. Dark time is coming. Be prepared with all your strength. Not only that is obvious. But what is hidden."

His words carved in my mind all the ways to Hastinapur. Pandavas just reached there. I knew where I needed to go. I cluched the letter tight inside my clothes. When I reached to the gate. My cloak was covering my face a lot. So the guards couldn't see me. They demanded the reason for my entry.

"Inform mahaamahim Bhism that a messanger has arrived with a letter from dwarka."

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