A battle wages, a silent romance. For deep within their shattered hearts,
Love ignites, tearing their worlds apart.
And so they dance, in their sorrow's embrace,
Pretending hate, concealing love's grace.
Their confused hearts, longing to be free,
From the tangled web they've woven, you and me.
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Reena hesitated for a moment, unsure of how to respond. But there was a part of her that wanted to spend more time with him, to understand him better.
After a brief pause, she nodded. "Okay."
Rocky's face lit up and he gestured for her to follow him.
They walked together in silence, the tension between them palpable.
Reena couldn't help but feel a mix of emotions - curiosity a strange sense of connection to this man.
As they sat down at the table , Reena couldn't help but notice how different Rocky looked in this moment.
His usual tough exterior seemed to soften, and she saw a vulnerability in his eyes that she hadn't seen before.
Rocky and Reena sat side by side, their plates filled with food, but the air between them was thick with tension. They began to eat, the silence between them growing heavier with each passing moment.
Finally, Rocky mustered up the courage to break the silence. "I heard you made new friends," he said softly.
Reena looked at him, trying to act cold. "Yes, the kids. They're fun to be with. They don't irritate me like someone," she said, lifting her eyebrows.
Rocky's eyes drifted downwards and a smile spread across his face, a smile that was pure and geniune .
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Reena couldn't help but notice that it was the first time she had ever seen him smile like that. It was a beautiful sight to behold, and she couldn't help but feel a sense of warmth and happiness wash over her.
She quickly averted her gaze, feeling a sudden flutter in her chest. "They need schools, and the people need hospitals," she said, her eyes fixed on her plate.
"I'm already working on them," Rocky replied.
Reena couldn't help but ask, "You kept Vanaram alive. Why?" She was trying to avoid another awkward silence.
"Because I need a commander to train my army," Rocky replied.
"But how are you so sure he'll remain loyal to you?"
"He's not loyal to me, but he's loyal to this land of KGF. He would do anything to protect it," Rocky replied. "By the way, how do you know him?" he asked.
"I used to visit here sometimes as a child with Appa. He used to take care of me."
"Did he come to meet you?" Rocky questioned.
"Yes. He asked me what I was doing here. I didn't know what to reply," Reena said, looking at him with cold eyes as if blaming him.
She saw his expression change, and guilt took over.
Tears welled up in the back of her eyes, and she stood up from the chair and turned to walk away.
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She was walking rapidly towards her room before she burst into tears.
Suddenly, she felt a hand catch her wrist, and she stopped in her tracks. She turned to look at him, hurt and misery visible in her eyes.
"Why!? How could you?" she started hitting him on the chest, her voice cracking. Rocky put his hands on hers on his chest to stop her.
He brought his hands to her cheeks, looking straight into her beautiful brown eyes.
"I'm so sorry, Sona. I did it to ensure your safety. I made it look like you didn't mean anything to me other than mere entertainment to make sure they don't think I love you and try to harm you to get to me. If they get to know that you are my weakness, then they will use you as a weapon against me. I did everything to make sure you are safe. I'm very sorry. Please don't cry."
Reena's voice trembled as she spoke, her eyes glistening with tears. "You can't just make decisions about my life without consulting me first."
Rocky hung his head in shame, his heart heavy with regret. "I know I messed up, Reena. I disrespected my queen and I'm willing to accept any punishment for it. But please, don't leave because of me. Your safety is my priority, and I'll do anything to protect you."
Reena's head hung low, her shoulders slumped in defeat. Rocky reached out and gently lifted her chin, his hands still on her cheeks.
"You look tired," he said, his voice filled with concern. "Please, get some rest."
Nodding silently, Reena allowed Rocky to lead her to her room.
"You rest now, I'll turn off the lights for you."As he turned to leave her voice.
"Rocky."
His heart racing at the sound of his name on her lips for the first time. It was like music to his ears, but he knew it was also a sign of her pain.
