Ananya

Life is turning busy with each day, with every passing hour granny is increasing my responsibilities . I am happy she trusts me , but sometimes I feel she is testing my patience and confidence and not to forget my rigorous training. It's not easy to be one of them, it's not easy to pretend being cold when you are actually not. Amid all this there are few things that keep ringing in my head, the tunnel is on the top. Somehow I feel it is going to be a trouble for us. Ranvijay had updated me on the secret passages and according to him only family and few guards knew about it. What about Brijesh then, he too stayed with them for years as a family. I have never seen his suite , when I mentioned the same Ranvijay brushed it off saying it had been taken care off. A soft moan brought me back, Ranvijay nuzzled his face into my neck, pecking it softly. He keeps doing that all night and I love this feeling of being wanted. Life suddenly has turned beautiful, he is still completely mad as before but only difference is I know him better now. I understand his madness , his need for me. I couldn't help but smile recalling my conversation with my Mom a day before, she told me that Ranvijay visits them once in every week. He had also intimidated Abhi once when he caught him smoking with his friends. He had scared Abhi stating that he would personally manage and check his school reports. Poor boy, but Mom seemed happy. She said he doesn't behave like a Prince or a big shot , but a normal guy. I caressed his head , he looked so innocent and carefree. Behind this thick skinned ruthless Prince is a guy who sacrificed a lot of his dreams for his family and siblings Moving my hand through his thick hair, I inhale deep taking the air around my gorgeous husband. We had made a pact, inside this suite neither he is a prince nor I am a princess. He is just Ranvijay, my husband who is madly in love with me and I am Anu, his Anu ; ''Why are you awake Anu'' came his sleepy voice as he nuzzled closer gripping me firmly; ''I wanted to watch you sleep'' He smiled rolling me over on my back coming on the top; ''Lets watch each other, we have the whole night'' leaning closer he intertwined his fingers with mine blocking all thoughts and worries. It was again just us.

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''Do you know anything about Brijesh's suite in our Palace'' Balwant just lowered his head and I got my answer; ''you know. Good'' He opened the door for me infront of the NGO, now my office. Residents and staff greeted me as I walked pass them towards my cabin. There is still lot of work to be done here. Balwant leaves me till the door and takes his place outside my office in the reception. After about half an hour I hear and knock and Balwant walks in with a grim expression; ''what is it''

''Hukum Brijesh is here, he wants to meet you . Alone. Please refuse'' Leaning on my chair I thought for a moment ; ''Send him in. Alone.'' Balwant gave me a helpless expression; ''Let me stay'' I just smiled trying to assure him. He huffed and placed his gun on my table; ''Please use it, if you need'' this guy keeps my life above his every time. I know there are other guards too, but this man only trusts Ranvijay when it comes to me; ''Balwant, make sure no one else other than Brijesh steps into the premises Let others wait outside. if they refuse, ask them to leave'' He nodded and left. I know that swine here is to manipulate me, because he considers me to be the weakest. Time for some enlightenment . I smiled looking at the little blue button under my table and pushed it on. 

He walked in with a smirk and eyes shamelessly checking me out; ''What do you want'' I decided to be upfront. He leaned pushing the chair back, twirling it sideways he started playing with the paper weight; ''You are so naive Ananya'' . ''for you its Your Highness'' His eyes snapped up, he should know he is in my territory and I am no damsel and distress. ''I have no hard feelings towards you. Ranvijay is not the right man, I know he might have told you stories about me being a bad guy, but you don't know he has blood on his hands. He is deceiving you with his fake love and affection,  in reality  he is sleeping around with different girls. I have proofs and one of them is Rajshri'' He stared at me waiting for a reaction, and he got a roaring laughter. ''His hands has blood, so are mine. The one you send to attack us, I shot him'' His face paled; ''About Ranvijay cheating on me. I didn't know you were so dumb. You really thought I would trust you, A filthy leach , who tried to sell his sister and made an attempt on the life of his own people.  Let me make a confession, I won't leave Ranvijay even if he  kills 1000s of people because I know there would be a reason''

''Listen Ananya, walk away and I will spare you. OR'' That's it I stood up challenging him. He walked closer; ''I like you, a little more than Ranvijay. But he somehow manages to get the best. He doesn't deserve to have such a fiery girl next to his side. Once he is out you will be mine'' His trails of words stopped with my slap; ''Hope this wakes you up and he deserves me as I deserve him''

''I can take you from here and you wouldn't be able to do a thing'' He took a step forward and  I lifted the gun at his forehead, he retreated. Such a wuss; ''I shot once and I will gladly do it again. But just think , if all the females staying in this premises gets to know that you are one of the reason for them to here. '' I smiled looking at his paled and worried face; ''No one will know you were here, those females will wipe you from the face of the earth'' His eyes widen in shock and in next moment Balwant barged in . There was lot of commotion outside; ''Balwant please escort him out'' He nodded and stood like bull in front of Brijesh; ''Now Brijesh , I hope you safely make to your vehicle'' He walked to be greeted with abuses and curses , I followed to watch his fear , to make him feel lowly. He walked between the crowd as he was being greeted with slippers and stones. Somehow the guards and security kept the women at bay. That little button under my table had opened the commutation between my sound proof cabin and rest of the facility. what ever we spoke, it was heard by all. He made a mistake abusing the crown prince and his wife. Once we were at the door he glared at me; ''I won't forget this'' His face was beautified by a shoe hurled at him. Taking a step forward I smirked at him; ''This was done to remind you your place , Ranvijay is their king, these powerless, helpless girls can kill for their king . I am not a born Royal who would use sophisticated ways  I am a common princess. My ways are different, next time you won't be spared . Get out'' He was huffing like a bull , correction a helpless a pathetic lost bull. He knew , he was on the losing side. He turned and left with his fleet. Balwant bowed infront of me in respect; ''You are going to be an amazing queen ''

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I had to  leave office early as Granny and asked me attend a charity event with Ranvijay , Veer and Dipika as she wasn't well. Ranvijay was supposed to meet me directly at the venue. Granny had already arranged for my dress and  beautician. They helped me in  dress and make up. Once done, granny gave me an approving smile; ''Show them  who you are'' Taking her blessings I left with Dipika. She also seems distant these days . If I ask her she will brush it off, but I have to talk about it to Veer. I have a doubt Brijesh has something to do with it . We were being driven to a Hotel , the ushers guided us into the main hall which seemed to be buzzing with celebration. There was so much money , name and power around . But my eyes were searching for one, when they found him. The smile on my face was replaced by a scowl. Rajshri was standing in the group , she kept touching and leaning on him. Nerve of her, she was behaving as if she was me . Her eyes met mine and she smirked, placing her hand on Ranvijay's arm. My pace increased , she pretended tripping and feel on my husband. She is definitely losing a limb today. Just when I had chalked out the complete plan of ripping Rajshri in pieces , Dipu pulled me back; ''Calm down, don't forget you have him and she will never have. He is just being a gentleman. You can put her down just by your mere presence next to Bhai'' Yes she was right, there was no reason for me to lose my temper, smirking I made my way to my husband looping my arm around his. His eyes shined and his smile reflected it. Rajshri tried tripping again; ''I think you are wearing cheap heels , that aren't able to support your weight'' There were giggles and scoffs and tripping Princess turned red in anger. The group greeted me neglecting her completely now and why not I am his legally wedded wife and she is just a good for nothing spoilt brat.

''Umm Ran, are you coming for the dinner we planned sometime back'' wait ! what Ran, she is dead and then my husband .She gave him the her best innocent look and but what he gave was just out of the world; ''I don't remember planning any dinner and with you , not in million years'' The auction started and money collected was supposed to go in charity. There were couple of performances by celebrities too. A waiter dashed against me spilling the drink on my arm, glad it wasn't on my dress. The lad started shivering but I assured him with a smile. Excusing myself , I moved to the washroom to wash my hand. 

''You think you can keep him for long, stay alert peasant girl. I am going to take him away'' I counted till 10 to calm down . But she kept on rant her about her future with my husband. Turning I gave her a smile and in a flash I grabbed her wrist twisting and locking it behind her back. She yelped and I pushed her to the wall; ''Listen up miss dreamer, you better stay away from what's mine. Because if I decide to deal with you, its going to be very rough on your Royal skin. Next time think twice before messing with me . I am planing to be his wife for life'' 

''Ananya Bhai....'' Dipu's words died and she stared at us blinking in surprise and then smiled; ''Bhai is looking for you, we need to leave'' Brushing my hands I left . Now, Ranvijay's turn for letting her touch him.

We drove in silence, he tried holding my hand but I just pushed it. Once in the suite , he grabbed me throwing over his shoulder, he dumping me on the bed he locked me below his body ; ''Its me who should be angry for the little stunt you pulled at NGO'' I just pouted being mad; ''That Bi*** called you Ran, she kept touching you. Till you bath , you are not touching me'' He threw his body next to me laughing aloud. ''What did she get in return? People looked down upon her, she isn't suppose to behave this way. SHe is doing her own bad'' I don't know what got into me, but I wanted to be pampered so I turned my head away. He pulled me closer ; ''Ranvijay was made for his Ananya, no one can take that''

Why do I melt so easily and when its him its becomes very difficult to keep a stern face. Rolling on the top oh him , I started fiddling with his buttons; ''Answer this honestly, had I refused to marry you. Were you serious about keeping me as a prisoner'' His fingers caressed my cheek; ''Yes, if you wouldn't have walked on your own to take those vows . I would have carried you in my arms. I can do anything for you Anu'' We stared at each other, he with madness and me with surprise. This ins't the first time he told me this, in past theses words use to scare the daylights out of me , but now they heat my body with desire. Leaning closer I sealed my lips with his, he tried rolling me down , but I refused; ''No, its my way today'' he chuckled pulling me over.

Deepika

Ananya was on fire, me and Veer had hard time controlling our laughter noticing the daggers she was throwing at Rajshri. Veer joked that today even mighty Ranvijay will be in trouble . During one of the performances a waiter dashed against Ananya, she walked off to clean the mess. We waited for sometimes when Bhai requested me to check. ''Ananya Bhai....'' My words died looking at the amazing view in the ladies room. Ananya had locked Rajshri to the wall with her arm twisted behind her back. I couldn't help but smile; ''Bhai is looking for you, we need to leave'' She left immediately , I was about to leave when her venomous words halted my steps; ''Enjoying my defeat Princess?? Don't worry soon you will loose all'' I decided to ignore her, but she was so frustrated with her defeat that she decided to vent on me; ''Your dad never wanted you, so did your Brijesh. You were just a piece of waste and soon Veer will hate you too. You know it don't you. '' She smirked , shutting my eyes once I turned and stood facing her; ''Rajshri, it would be good for your well being if you stay away from me. Don't forget, however bad my circumstances are. I still have the power to demolish you'' She glared at me huffing like a wounded animal; ''I will dance the day , he kicks you out of his life'' She walked off, taking a deep breath I composed myself. I endured my dad's hatred  , Brijesh's torture. Someone who doesn't know the truth would call me a wuss. But sometimes you have to take all the pain to shine as gold.

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I know I am late and its because endless work at office. I feel worn out . But after reading your comments I feel rejuvenated. Thanks a ton for all the love and affection. Done- do drop in your views and comments