Ananya

Since Raksha's call, I have lost my sleep. Her brother somehow got to know of our movie outing, there had been huge drama in the Royal family after that with blaming her.

Raksha was badly reprimanded by her grandmother, her father and her brother. Raksha and  Her mom  had to face all the burnt. It disgusts me. Why couldn't these people understand that rules are meant to give person right path not to stifle them .They are killing her soul,they have been unjust to her her. She wanted to study abroad but they didn't allow her. She wanted to be something more than a Princess,she wanted to be Raksha but now they had problem with everything and above that, her grandmother called my mom asking her to keep me in check as I was spoiling their pure blood. Guess they have some blood testing device which differentiate pure from impure blood.

''Pinky, I think its better you maintain some distance from Raksha,they are big and powerful people. I don't want them to do something that might cause you any harm'' That came from my mom Shraddha Sharma. Whatever I am today its just because of my mom and dad, they gave me wings.

 Rudrani devi's warning shook them and left them worried. Why not  Abhishek, my brother is still in school. We believe in freedom but royal family doesn't . They enjoy lot of power,they have the authority to destroy future. I would have ignored these threats but I can't go against my parents. Since the call dad has been so quite. I can't see them worried and I decided to keep a safe distance from Raksha...

'' Good Night Mom....good night dad.'' I couldn't take the heat anymore, I need to relax. The moment I got into the bed, my phone buzzed . As expected , it was from Raksha. I  so wanted to answer her call but no, not today after what her grandmother did. I allowed the phone to die down but she kept calling. Every time her number flashed on the screen, a guilt seeped into my heart. Why  am I punishing her?  With a sigh I answered, her voice came  as soon as I pressed the accept option '' Ananya why are you not answering my calls...have you too decided to  ignore me''

I could feel her pain. ''No Raksha but I am worried about my family. Your granny was very rude to my dad. I can't bring trouble on them.She warned my dad of dire consequences if I don't maintain a distance from you..''

There was a silence  .I heard her sob. She sniffed and then spoke. ''I don't blame you, my family keeps blaming you for things you never did. Fine I won't bother you again love you Ananya. You will always be my dear friend....my best friend. I just wish if I get same family in next birth I get you as my sister it would be easy...goodbye''

She disconnected. Hot tears rolled down my cheeks as my mind replayed the words and then I froze realising the real meaning of her words. What the hell was she talking...next birth..dear friend...goodbye....

Oh no ! is she planning something wrong ? no no no...I have to do something. Shivangi Aunty's name came to my mind. When one wants to do something in a flash of second, the body refuses to support and same was happening with me.

With desperate shaking hands I tried to scroll on to Shivangi Rathore's number but my handset kept sleeping out of my hands. Irritated I groaned , crashing on my bed I used all my focus to dial the number as my heart hammered in my chest.  Fear makes you impatient and that's what was happening to me. When my call wasn't answered in two rings , my mind went wild with thoughts. Just about when my mind was going overboard thinking all kinds of wrong things of what Raksha could do, Shivangi Aunty answered and I shot. ''Aunty Raksha called , she was talking wired.... next life...goodbye....Aunty please check on her something is not right.....''

there was a silence and then came her calm reply. ''I will Ananya..calm down....thanks kid''

She disconnected and I took a breather.I really wanted to know if she was fine but decided against calling anyone but I could check with Raghuveer. 

Ranvijay

After today's showdown I don't think anyone will be able to sleep, and what hurt me most was Raksha's outburst echoed the palace walls. She spat venom at all of us.She said that she hated me and wished I never came back. The tears which came down from her eyes appeared to be laden fire. I was shocked

This wasn't my sister. Who was  this girl ? .Se insults everyone. Above all she stood of for that girl, she was fighting her family for her. Since when that outsider became so important for her. This girl Ananaya is brainwashing my little Raksha. I pulled my hair,my family seems to be falling apart. My nerves are ready to burst with all happening around me. 

A drink could help in breaking the heat of thoughts . Walking to the small bar, I made myself one loading it with ice. .I need to calm my burning senses but before I could take a sip, Veer barged in. ''Bahi , Raksha tried committing suicide....''

''What the hell...'' The glass slipped of my hands crashing into pieces meeting the the hard floor. I followed Veer as he ran towards Raksha's suite.  On stepping we found  mom  holding Raksha in a tight embrace. Raksha's wrist  bandaged as Doctor wrote a prescription and handed over to Veer. He nodded once to me before leaving the room to escort the doctor out.

Raksha sat close to my mom, her eyes stony as dad was paced  around and mom sobbing Grandma got up from her place; ''what ever happened is because of the company she keeps'' I do agree with granny but a sadist laughter left us all shocked.

Raksha piercing gaze on grandma left me shocked. ''for the first time in my life, I agree with you Rajmata. This all happened because of the company I keep, and that's you. These walls of your rules.....its you who is responsible...no one else.....now just get out of here before I lose my senses...''

''How dare you speak to my mother like that ? where are your manners Raksha?''  Father screamed. I thought Raksha will turn quite but she surprised all of us. ''your mother???....you really are a good son....wish you were a good father too...and when I said get out...it was for you..your mother and your crown prince son. This is my room and I don't want to see your faces here .OUT!!!!!'' Raksha screamed so loud that I felt my ear will burn. She threw all pillows and the stuff kept on the side  racks.''Ma..ask them to leave or I will leave ....''

Grandma was furious now; ''Shut up Raksha..or''

This time my Mom int erupted. ''Or what Rajmata. Or what? if my daughter wants all of you to leave then please leave.'' I couldn't believe my ears , mom giving back was rare. She asked granny to leave. What's happening and why? Granny looked at my mom.''tone down your voice. This all because you couldn't give her right upbringing  ''

Mom got up after pecking Raksha's forehead. She met Granny's eyes and replied. ''don't try to be mother of my kids. I know what is right and what is wrong.You got your chance to be a mother, don't try and take mine. Pease leave before I speak more than required  and please take your son and grandson with you too''

''Mom'' I could take no more but she stopped me..her eyes seemed cold. Mom seemed so distant.I decided to leave for now and come back later. As I stepped out something hit my foot Raskha's phone,it was buzzing. The name it flashed sore my temper. Ananya! Now its time give a little of my mind  this  piece of shit . Pickingup the phone , I slipped it into my pocket. As I walked out I heard Veer.  ''Ananya calm down! Raksha is fine, mom asked me to inform you. Go back to sleep Ananya .I will keep you posted''

My fingers curled.  Yes, sleep Ananya because from tomorrow , all you will remember is fear. Ignoring Veer, I made my way to the elevator. This girl should be taught a lesson. Once in my room, I checked Raksha's phone, last call was to Ananya. was right this girl must have given her this idea of bothering  the family get her choices accepted. Ananya you are finished...

Next Morning

Ananya

College felt  boring without Raksha. If this wasn't less, the  stupid Jeevan kept  irritating me all the time.  Our economics went about explaining demand an supply but I was distracted.

Raksha occupied my thoughts I was worried about her. She is not the one who sleeps over her pain and forgets it the next day. She keeps it in her heart and nourishes it with hatred, in  the end she hurts herself.

 ''Ananya..'' I came back to reality when professor called my name.I stood up, he looked through his glasses and spoke. ''Ananya...you have a visitor. Go to the dean's office...'' My eyes moved to the peon for some clue, but he kept chewing his beeteal leaf looking at me as if I am an alien.I walked out with my classmates screamed behind me. ''Happy Independence..'' I smiled thinking about the expression on my professor's face,unaware a storm waiting to destroy me...

The peon gestured me to walk in as my mind went on a alarming mode. Something was not Ignoring  the thought, I walked in . Afteral this was dean's office, what bad could happen here. My mind was still screaming at me but I ignored stepping in , to my surprised the peon bolted the door. I was worried now. hey open up....why have locked the door''

''Because I asked him too...'' came a gruff voice.I tuned to the souce and there on Dean's chair sat a familiar face but couldn't recall who. His eyes scanned me making feel  nervous and then he locked his gaze with me.I reminded my self; 'be brave'...

Ranvijay

I heard footsteps entering the room then door getting bolted as she screamed ''hey open up....why have locked the door'' .

I smelled fear, perfect time for introduction. Swirling  the chair around I made my presence know. ''because I asked him to'' She stared at me as if trying to recognize me.I took a slow glance at her appearance before staring back into her big beautiful eyes. 

Wait, what did I say beautiful.I scolded myself. She was dressed in a long skirt with a tank top and a colourful stole around her long neck fell upon her bosom. No wonder she befriended my Raksha t to enjoy the luxury  she could never afford.I noticed her crossing  her arms over her  chest. Well I wanted to tell her that it doesn't hide anything I smirked,she was nervous.''Sit down Ananya''

''who are you...and what is the reason for calling me here like this'' I blinked.What the F**k she doesn't know who am I. No she is just insulting you, replied my ego. Nerve of her. Fine so be it.''I am Ranvijay...Raksha's brother...''

Her eyes flew wide open she quickly walked closer to me. ''how is Rakasha? Is she fine? Is she hurt bad...does it pain....when will join the college?'' She fired all questions at me and I stood there mute looking into her eyes. Was she really what I had pictured her or am I wrong. Shaking my head I I looked back into her eyes, she must befooled Raksha and Mom with her innocent face, not me.

''Are you really worried about Raksha or all this is just a show...'' she stepped back confused.I took a step forward. 'because if anything happens to Raksha, who will pay the expenses of all your fun. Am I right Anaya Sharma '' I expected her to retort,she blinked and then smiled

''Typical grandson of Rudrani Devi. You believe all are after your money? do hell with it! Sleep on it but please wake up before its late and you lose Raksha forever..'' 

How dare she. She walked off and and I took long strides grabbing her by arm. I jerked her around as She winced in pain trying to free herself.I warned. ''So my doubt was right it you who had been putting things into Raksha's head so that she goes against us and you can make her dance on your tunes''

She looked at me with fire in her eyes, with all her strength she pushed me . ''Are you dumb or its too in your blood.A person looks for love outside the house because he or she is denied same by their own.So before potting fingers at me , go and talk to your sister''

Now this girl is inviting trouble. ''Do you even know who are you dealing with''

Ananya looked at me all amused; ''Fine let me help you find yourself.I am talking to a royal buffoon who thinks that world still goes by his family's will .So let me help you. Good-morning to you we got independence in 1947 and you guys were stripped of your titles. You are nothing just a commoner like me and many others with more money. Sooner you get this into your thick skull ,the better''

Does this girl has any idea that she alone in this room. Correction alone in this complete corridor, at my mercy. Yet,  I don't see a tinge of fear in her eyes and I am not liking it. 

Things have always gone by my will and here this good for nothing girl is challenging me.My heart craves to see her defeated. I grabbed her arms and pushed her back to near by wooden cupboard. As her back hit the hard wooden surface, she let out a painful groan That satisfied me a bit. As I pushed my body onto hers, she quickly made a barriers of her arms. She looked at me annoyed and averted her face. I placed my lips on her ear whispering a warning. ''Listen to me Ananya.I care a damn of your independent thinking, stay out of my sisters life or you might not get a chance to repent...'' I enjoyed the shivering of her body. Finally, some fear but she . shocked me again with her response. Locking her eyes with mine she shot back.''I am not scared...''

Leaning closer I warned ''trust me ...you will and soon'' Pushing her off, I pulled open the door the bolt flew off in pieces, walking away without another glance.

Ananya

Ahh....my back hurts , that jerk tossed me as if I am a rag doll. My legs were  trembling. Grabbing the table I helped my body on the chair. I need some time to relax. I sat their supporting my elbows on the table holding my head with my hands .I never thought they would stoop so low. A faint touch made me wince winced. ''So sorry Ananya, I had to abide by his wishes.'

I looked up at the dean, what a spineless creature. ''you should be sorry. Please ask someone to fetch my bag from my classroom. I would like to leave...'' He quickly shooed someone to get my bag.I am thankful  for carrying a shrug or my bruises and the reason for it will leave my parents worried. I grabbed my bag and walked to the washroom. Quickly setting my hair, I wrapped my stole around my face. I am not backing out, let me see how far that royal buffoon will go. hmm nice name royal buffoon...

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