''Are we all packed?'' Maan asked, Advay nodded. The plan of the day was to get Advay and Urvi married before any further interruption. The two brothers had kept things under wrap with their family on toes. They knew Ranawats were boiling over Raina and this was the perfect time for them to get married. Out of all, only Leela was against it but she gave in on Maan's instance.

Dipika stared at her phone smiling at her screen. ''After all, you are kids.'' She stepped off the vehicle with her guards in tow. She took 2 stairs at a time and stood glaring down at the couple. The four looked shocked, not expecting to be busted that soon.

''Hello Kids.''

''Mami, nothing will stop us.'' Advay replied. Dipika smiled. ''Advay, you will marry Urvi but with pomp and show. Maan, I expected some maturity from you. Urvi needs rest, so does Leela.'' Her words confused them

''I happened to visit the hospital Urvi got treated, I believe you took a test as well Leela!''

Leela nodded. ''Leela, you should go home and take Urvi along. Nandini and Dhanajay would be happy to know about their first grandchild.'' Leela blushed while Maan stared at her.

''Urvi, your sister has been stressed about you all these days. You cannot deny that Maan Leela got punished for things they didn't do. This step of yours will not only trouble for you but for them as well.''

Dipika looked from one to other, but nothing came from any of the four. She knew, her job was done. ''My guards will take Urvi and Leela to their parent's place. Advay , Maan, you are going to accompany me.'' Maan squeezed Leela's fingers gently, he just wanted to be with her as of now. She smiled blinking once, assuring him that would fall into place.

Dipika instructed her guards and watched the vehicle drive off. Turning around she met Advay's eyes. ''You need to trust your own a little more.''

''I did that once.''

''Are you aware that your mother has been fighting the battle alone for both of you? She extended an olive branch towards Nandini and she again tried to get all to agree to this relationship. Rather than standing by her side, you decided to do this.''

Advay wanted to retort but Maan held his hand. Dipika's eyes didn't miss the silent exchange between the brothers. She smiled, Maan was a better choice to be the next Ranawat Successor. But these weren't the things to be worried about for now. She stepped aside for the boys to take the lead and followed them to the car. Advay looked miffed while Maan a little lost. Dipika had decided to see Nandini herself before going back to Jaigarh.

***

Vansh walked around the lobby of the hotel as a part of daily routine. Being in hotel business was a lot more different than his automobile job. He was always on his toes. Rathore hotels were one of the most expensive and luxurious hotels. And to keep up with the expectation of the guests.

His feet halted as he walked pass the kitchen. His lips stretched into a smile imagining his wife busy in the kitchen. When Vansh declared his decision to be a part of his family's hotel chain, Sona teased him to death. She forced him to accept that it was because he wanted to spend time with Chitra . He did as Sona wasn't ready to let go. Vansh shook his head, even if Chitra was the reason, he never dared to step in the kitchen. His wife loved her job and hated when someone interfered. He had no intention of getting chopped into pieces by his new wife.

He took a deep pained breath taking a step forward, halted, smiled and decided to get a glance of her. He stepped into the kitchen to be greeted by the kitchen staff. He asked for Chitra and got to know she stepped out to see a visitor. To his luck, the visitor turned out to be his mother.

Ananya smirked when she found her son peeking at them. She gestured Chitra who in turn decided to let him believe that she didn't notice him.

''Are you sure about training these girls?'' Ananya asked. With Dipika's help her NGO was like a training zone for females with no one in the world

Chitra nodded, ''Yes mom, if they are good, we will be able to absorb them. We need junior chefs.''

Ananya nodded. Taking a deep breath, she added. ''Chitra, this NGO is hard work of granny; Dipika groomed it into a training center. There will be a time when both of us won't be able to take of it, its your and Sona's job to keep it alive.''

''Mom, I promise, we will further nurture as our own baby.'' Chitra promised. Ananya was about to leave but Chitra gestured her to spend more time, wanting to tease Vansh a little more. Ananya shook her head. ''Don't drag me in all this.'' After giving Chitra a hug, Ananya walked away and Vansh stepped out of hiding .

''I saw all you did.''

''What?''

''You are trying to avoid me.''

''Vansh, we are at work and not on a date.'' Chitra looked serious.

"why do you always scold. I am senior to you''

She tried hiding her smile. ''But you are not my boss.'' She tried walking past him. Vansh grabbed her my arms pushing her to the nearby wall. ''You are acting pricey.''

''I am priceless.''

He took a long-pained breath. ''You leave me hanging all the time.'' Chitra smiled. But there little moment was interrupted by Vikram. ''I thought you got lost in the hotel.'' Chitra quickly walked away while Vansh stared at his brother. ''Why the hell all are acting as a bone in my romance.''

''I went through the same pain and I will make sure you suffer as well.'' Vansh shook his head and followed his brother inside.

****

''Are you serious about Raina? Because if this is temporary, Aditya Ranawat will finish our clan.'' Om asked Siddhant.

''I do Dad. I realized it late. I was so blind; her eyes shined when ever I was around. She would all to make me happy. She had the world at her disposal, but she would leave her pride for me. I now realized that I too wanted that innocent attention, her true feelings. Lucky are those who get someone's love, but I never realized that.''

''Fine, then we will go and talk to Ranawats.''

'''Thanks dad, and I will try win her heart again.''

***

Raina smiled at Ani's sleeping form. His body cuddled next to her and mouth open. He loved stories and Raina was good with them. He had slept off last night hearing to the all the funny stories. Rolli knocked stepping inside. ''He is still asleep.''

''Yes, yesterday we broke all records of all the stories.''

Rolli caressed Ani's head. ''He feels lonely, we were lucky to have a big family.''

Raina lifted her torso up. ''I have a suggestion. I know it might be painful but think about it. Let him grow up with Patti. She is an Iron lady; she can teach with her experience like no other.''

''How will I stay.''

''Rolli, its just few years. Suryagarh needs a strong leader and you know who the best teacher can be. He is young and can be molded into anything. A right teacher. We might me good, but Ani needs the best.'' Rolli nodded, promising to think about it.

''Siddhant called, he wants to see you.''

''Do you think it's a good idea.'' Raina asked, a little worried. Rolli took her sister's hand into hers, ''it's time you listen to your heart than the people around you. I will stop you when I feel the wrong, but now, I think you are ready to be on your own.'' Raina nodded, she was going to see him after months and this time not as a man who loved her sister but her.

***

Nandini went breathless watching Urvi walk normally, but biggest surprise came as Leela's pregnancy. ''You will stay here till you deliver, and even after that. It's the first one for us as well.'' She declared excited. Dhananjay hugged his girls. Leela decided to use the moment. ''If Urvi is walking, its because of Advay. While major doctors refused, he still decided not to give up. And this isn't because it bothered him, it's because he wanted her to live her dream again. Please, give me this as a gift.''

Leela's words bought silence. Nandini caressed her face. ''Only if you promise that or first grand child will be born here, with me on your side.''

''Yes Mom! I will call you mom here on, for all these years you have been a mom to me.'' Nandini hugged Leela tight. ''Fine, I will give up pride for you. But I am not compromising on my grandchild. Leela blushed.''

***

''You shouldn't have interfered Mami. Advay said. Dipika took a deep breath, ''I saved you from lot of trouble. Now, when Nandini and Dhananjay will see their daughter walking, they will melt and rest Leela will do.'' Turning to Maan she added, ''You are actually lucky to have her as your wife.''

''I should be with her.''

''You will be, but Advay needs you this one last time.'' Advay nodded.

Before Adi could pounce on his son, Dipika declared Leela's pregnancy bringing happiness to all faces. They suddenly started asking about Leela. As Ranawats got busy is discussing the coming baby, Dipika gave Advay you are welcome look.

Moving to Adi she informed. ''Adi, Chauhan's are putting their pride aside and will come her for Urvi Advay's wedding. Please, get this done without any further drama.''

Adi kept his hands on his waist. ''Other than Rathores, all are drama right.'' He taunted. Dipika smiled. ''I can prove it.'' They shared a laugh as Veer glared. ''My wife once had a crush on Adi.''

Raksha rubbed her forehead. ''Please, he is all old now. No women can have a crush on him.'' Raksha wrapped an arm around her brother. ''Thanks Bhai!''

''Advay and Raina are mine too. Plus, the drama was stretched for a bit too long.'' Raksha nodded, watching the calmness spreading through her family.

***

Sona banged her head, ''who left that powder with you.'' Laddoo squealed squeezing the powder all over the bed and on her. ''Your dad is cleaning everything.'' She squealed again. ''I must clean you 10 times in a day. You are a bad girl.'' The change in the tone made the baby blink.

Vikram stepped in and immediately ran away looking at the bedsheet.

''Hi A.''

''What are you running from?''

''My wife. She sounded angry for some reason and I am in no mood to clean right now.'' He pretended all tortured.

''Then why do you do such things.''

''I just forgot powder near Laddoo. Trust me, this girl is intelligent; she has new ways of getting me into trouble.''

Ananya affectionately started at Vikram. ''History does repeat itself, you are talking exactly like Veer. He used to blame you for copying him.

''Save me today.''

''I'll send a staff.''

''You think I can't, Sona won't accept it. She will make me do so that I girl learns that she will be punished for all wrong she does.''

''Sona, I found Vikram for you.'' That came from Ranvijay. Sona narrowed her eyes marching towards her husband. ''You are going to change the bedsheet today.''

''I ask for help.''

''No, they always help. Its time for the staff to rest. Moreover, you should be careful about leaving Laddoo with anything destructive.'' Vikram hung his head low following his wife. Ranvijay wrapped and arm around Ananya. ''You are making her an amazing Queen.''

"She was always good, just needed a little love.'' He nodded watching his kids taking different steps in life.

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