The days passed with peace. Two pregnant ladies are growing in the palace and the whole citizens of Samrat are waiting for the heir with a smile. The citizens of Samrat are truly enjoying their life under the rule of Emperor Manik. No matter what situation and problems they face, they can report it to the authorities and if the case is bigger then it will be taken directly to the court before the Emperor instead of the Justice court. Besides there are some rules in Samrat that should be followed by everyone, even including the imperial palace. So that citizens won't think under the law only they are suffering from it.
Samrat was located in a mountain and forest area so the tension of war is not something to be feared for. Besides, Samrat's techniques of defense are quite high and advanced and the number of soldiers are huge so other countries, even if they eyed this beautiful remarkable land they couldn't come forward easily. The Royal dynasty ruling Samrat always held the high position of unbeatable.
And this position has been shining from the previous century with the establishment of Gaidher Dynasty ruled by the family of Rana. And the 5 generation of the Rana Family is the current Emperor of Samrat. In this era of 1700, in the list of the most powerful royal families, Rana is the 3rd.
In the palace Nandini was lazily spending her time and enjoying the period of her pregnancy while Maya's period was coming to an end. Atropa has taken all the care for Nandini's need since she has witnessed and served Maya while she was in her early stage so she had gained some knowledge about such situation. Besides Chityakanta was the frequent visitor of Rose Palace, if there's something they don't know then Chityakanta would tell them which made everything to go more easier.
Maya, who was heavily pregnant, barged inside the Rose Palace. Nandini, who was about to eat grapes, almost dropped the fruit with the sudden notice. She turned around and found Maya coming inside.
"Sister in law" Maya called out.
"Maya?" Nandini frowned. She sat up properly then gazed at her.
Ageratina helped Maya to settle down on the soft couch. Maya slightly rubbed her huge belly then looked at Nandini.
"What happened to you?" Nandini asked.
"Sister in law, I have heard many gossips about giving birth and since my period is almost near, i couldn't help but feel nervous and scared"
Nandini smiled helplessly. This is not something she has experienced. This is her first time too. The responsibility of bringing a new life into this world is not a small thing. Not only her but every woman present there in this huge world goes through the same process.
"Maya,have you told it to your mother?"
Maya shook her head. She wanted to talk about it to Chityakanta but she also knew Chityakanta will just try to encourage her with words. She don't know why but now that her date of giving birth is coming near she started to feel anxious. So much that she could not sleep at night.
Nandini looked at her expression and could clearly understand what's going on in her head. So she scoot closer and hold Maya's hand.
"Don't worry everything will be fine" Nandini smiled in assured manner "besides God has chosen us to perform this task. And since he has given us this ability is not it because we are strong? Being a mother is the another shade of woman where she experience the purity of bonding"
Maya looked at her and somehow the anxiety and nervous feeling started to fade. She nodded, smiling. Giving birth is hard and definitely no one can change it no matter what. And bringing a new life into this world is also a great responsibility a woman could have.
"Thank you sister in law. I have heard about so many things and all those now push my mind to another level of thinking. But with your explanation it has become easier for me" Maya smiled.
"I won't say there's no pain or hardships in this process yet this pregnancy period is the most beautiful and also hard for women" Nandini smiled.
Maya nodded "I can understand this. Besides, my mother has already told me about this matter. She said I am not young anymore and needed to understand this important womanly thing" saying this Maya blushed.
Nandini chuckled looking at her red face.
"Do you want to eat something?" Nandini asked.
"No, I had some sweet as I was craving fir it suddenly. Looks like my child will be sweet and well-behaved" Maya laughed.
"Of course, since mother is this sweet, how can he not be affected by you?" Nandini teases. Maya's face turned red.
"Have you told your brother in law about it?Or he will be searching the whole palace," Nandini stated.
Maya chuckled. She was glad her husband was here to accompany her. She felt light and more protected in the arms of her husband. Seeing her being lost in thought Nandini raised her hand and snapped her fingers making sound. Maya jolted and looked at her.
Nandini smirked "I have just mentioned about your husband and here you are already dreaming about it"
"It's not that" Maya's face became red again.
Nandini chuckled "I don't want my peaceful Rose Palace to be shaken by your husband if he can't find you" then she rolled her eyes.
"Nothing will happen like that," Maya smiled.
Nandini was about to say when Ageratina hurried rushed inside. She was out for some work after Maya's arrival but now she rushed in with panic expression. Nandini saw her expression and her face suddenly turned serious.
"What happened?" She asked.
Ageratina patted her chest then looked at Nandini "my lady, there's new arrived from the secret guards of Samrat"
Nandini raised her eyebrows "so?"
"My lady the secret informer says that East Peria is marching towards Samrat with their huge pile of soldiers in order to declare war"
"What?" Both Maya and Nandini were shocked hearing the sudden news.
On the other hand in Manik's study. Vaibhav stood there with a serious face. With them the Minister of War was also there.
"Your majesty, East Peria has joined forces with those two countries. that's why they are building such courage to think about declaring war" the minister of justice said.
"Brother, allow me to lead the team. That bastard is seeking his own death and this time I won't let him get away" Vaibhav suggested.
"Your highness, my apology for interrupting but I really don't think it is a good idea. Please rethink on this term"
Vaibhav frowned at him "what do you mean by that! Are you doubting my ability?"
The Minister of War immediately shook his hands "of course not your highness, please don't take my words wrongly. I was just saying that, you have just recovered and it will not be good for you to directly go in war"
Vaibhav was about to say again but this time Manik said "he is right. It will not be a good idea to pressure yourself. I can't take that risk" he shook his head.
Vaibhav's eyes widened "but how can that happen?" He shook his head "I am totally fine brother just let me go"
Manik gave him serious look "no, this time you are not going there"
"But why?" Vaibhav protested.
"Because I will go"
Vaibhav was shocked. Not only him but the minister of war too.
"You, brother..."
Manik raised his hand "there's some unfinished matter. So I need to go there. This time I was to settle this matter forever"
Vaibhav gulped down looking at Manik. People call him war lord but he clearly knew who's the war lord here. Manik doesn't go to war much but he does have unique qualities.
Manik's lips hooked up as he stared at Vaibhav "get the special army ready"
This time Vaibhav's jaw dropped to the floor. The Minister of War almost fell to the ground.
Special army?
Looking at the emperor they clearly knew this time, East Peria would be doomed.