Arjun was crying without saying anything clutching his Madhav's legs. Other Pandavas were also standing close without saying anything. They finally felt peace seeing their Madhav.
"Let go, Rajkumar Arjun. What are you doing?" Krishna asked sternly.
"Madhav...kill me instead but don't say this...don't abandon me..Madhav..I beg you. Punish me as much as you want but don't abandon me Madhav..." Arjun cried.
"Vasudev, won't your forgive us after all this time?" Bheem asked in a broken voice.
"I will forgive you all only after my Sakhi forgives you," Krishna said looking away from them.
"Then let us meet her, Vasudev. We can't even go near her. It's been eight years. This separation from her is killing us, Vasudev. Let us meet," Yudhisthir pleaded.
"Madhav, she doesn't even know that we are in exile, does she?" Arjun asked.
"Everything has its own time to come to light. And right now Draupadi must make her sons stronger. This is her duty now," Krishna said.
"Why Madhav? Can't we meet her once? Madhav, I beg you. Take us to her," Arjun cried again holding Krishna's legs.
"Rajkumar Arjun, I came here today for a work. You all know about how your sons have won the war against demons. They, in return is gifted with the most magnificent kingdom of the world. Draupadi is going to be the Queen and Prativindhya will be crowned as the Crown Prince. I want you all to come to Devapath that day," Krishna stated.
Pandavas face lit up in happiness. They can see their sons, they can meet their Panchali. They looked at each other and they are more than ready to go.
"But you can't go in this form," Krishna said.
"But Madhav...we can't have any royal attires before our exile ends," Yudhisthir said.
"My Sakhi has seen you all in brahmins attire. She will recognize you in a second," Krishna pointed out.
"Then what do we do?" Nakul asked worried.
A mischievous smile appeared on Krishna's lips. Pandavas felt the hair of their body standing up seeing him. That smile never brought anything good at all.
"It's time for Brihannala to get some sisters, don't you think Jyest?" Krishna smiled mischievously.
Except Arjun everyone raised their eyebrows in horror. He is joking, right? They wish he did.
Bheem looked at his reflexion in the water frowning. Vasudev has stuffed clothes in his chest to make his gigantic breasts. He tied so many clothes to make his hips look bigger. How the hell women looks down with so much on their chest? And what's with this wide hips? How can they ever lift the mace with this?
He returned to their hut now. He stumbled atleast 9 times in this short path. Upon going he can see Arjun was the only one comfortable. His Jyest had a defeated look on his face. Krishna and Arjun must have forced him. He sat there looking like he has lost all hope in his life. Nakul was folding their clothes while humming like a good little housewife. Sahadev was trying to hide his axe in his skirt.
"Bhrata Bheem, you look ravishing," Arjun teased.
"How on the earth women manages to live like this, Jyest? How the hell they see with so much going on their chest? I feel stuffed," Bheem complained.
"Pandavas, this is the only chance you will get to have Panchali and your sons back to you all. Use it well. Also remember one thing. If Panchali ever touches any of you, she will recognize you immediately," Krishna warned.
"We messed up once, Vasudev. This time we won't do any mistake," Yudhisthir said determined.
"Also...beaware of Shrutakarma, Satanika and Shrutasena. They are not simple minded like the rest. If you miss a bit, they will catch you red handed. I made you appear as a woman so that you can get close to my Sakhi," Krishna said.
"Shrutasena has no limitations, Sahadev. He can see the present, past and future without any hindrance," Krishna warned.
Pandavas were proud but gulped down. It would be a task for them to hide from their own sons.
Sons of Draupadi came out victorious. Devtas couldn't be happier. Agnidev, Indra, Yamraj, Vayudev and Ashwini Kumars were proud in every sense. Sons of Draupadi came and touched their feets. Every Devtas made their grandsons sit with them on their throne.
"Prepare grand feast for my grandsons. Ask the apsaras to come. Let my grandsons enjoy," Indra declared.
Five brothers looked down a blush appearing on their faces.
"Devraj, until we avenge our mother, it would be inappropriate for us to enjoy women company," Pratindhya requested.
Devtas bursted into laughter.
"He said...inappropriate...." Kamdev almost rolled down from his throne.
"You don't have to be to guarded my dears. Just enjoy yourselves," Indra said hiding your smiles.
"Pitamah," Shrutkarma almost whined in embarrassment.
This time even Indra couldn't control himself and roared in laughter.
"Leave them, Devraj. If their mother knows you forced them into something, you are gone for. She is made of fire itself," Vayudev said.
Indra stopped pestering them. He knows better not to mess with a mother.
"As you wish, putro. But feast will happen. Let us thank our benefactors," Indra smiled.
"We won't refuse you, Devraj but only if you treat us as your grandsons not as your benefactors," Pratindhya said.
Devtas heart was filled with pride for their grandsons. A grand feast was organized on their honor. Every God attended.
"Mamashree, what are you doing here?" Satanika almost screamed.
His ears were immediately twisted, "What you were trained by Mahadeva and now became so arrogant that no one else can come to your feast?"
Five brothers smiled and took his blessings.
"But seriously only Devtas were invited," Satanika said.
"That's why I am here," Krishna said happily.
Brothers looked at each other confused.
"I mean...I was walking around hungry. Devraj took pity on me and invited me for food," Krishna looked at them happily.
Every Devtas facepalmed. This avatar of Narayan is simply...entertaining...
"How is maa?" Shrutkarma asked.
"You maa is still looking at her doors. She counts every second for her sons to appear. She has been fasting for days for your victory," Krishna said ruffling their hair affectionately.
"We want to go to her as soon as we can," Prativindhya said.
"That's why I am here. To take you all to your new kingdom. Then you will take your mother there as the Maharani," Krishna smiled.
"Pranipath Vasudev. Please take your seat with your nephews. We shall announce their kingdom to them," Indra requested.
Brothers looked at their Jyest proudly.
"In Devtas presence, I announce my grandson Prativindhya the yuvraj of Devapath. Bishwakarma himself made every single part of this city. This city shall have Devtas protection over it," Indra took them to their new kingdom on his chariot.
Five brothers forgot to breath for some time. This is so beautiful and magical.
"Devraj, I cannot be crowned without my mother being present. So give us the opportunity to return with our mother and give us the honor to invite the Gods in our city," Prativindhya requested.
Devtas were already pleased with their behavior. They happily agreed. Devtas gifted them divine weapons and numerous jeweleries.
"Mamashree, will maa recognize us?" Shrutakarma asked.
Shrutakarma became the charioteer of Krishna's chariot.
"Putra, mothers always know. You don't have to worry," Krishna smiled.
They arrived at the gate of Panchal. People present were awestruck by the handsome princes. Indeed, Yagnaseni's children. They appeare as a group of lion.
Maharaj Draupad couldn't control his tears seeing them after years. He hugged each tightly to his chets.
"Matamah, you cried only by seeing us? We haven't given you any reason yet," Satanika joked.
Everyone laughed.
"Radiance of sun and bearer of the light of righteousness, he is your eldest grandson, Prativindhya," Krishna introduced.
Prativindhya was indeed extremely handsome getting his father's melted gold appearance.
"As strong as 10000 elephants but as calm as water, your second eldest grandson Sutasoma,"
Sutasoma was as strong as a bull but had moon's radiance on his face.
"His sharpness of his sword speaks of his unruly nature. As handsome as Kamdev himself he is Satanika,"
"The one who makes the path of his brothers. The most knowledgeable to live, trikaldarshi your grandson Shrutasena,"
"His battle cry makes enemies tremble on their knees, knowledgeable in every weapon, who has all his indrias under control, your grandson Shrutakarma,"
People of Panchal roared in praises of their valor. Maharaj Draupad kissed every one of their head crying in joy.
"Putro, go to your poor mother. That child has been waiting for one single glimpse of you in all those years," Draupad said.
Draupadeyas stood outside their mother's chamber. For years they anticipated this moment but now they don't have the strength to open the door anymore.
Finally Prativindhya being the eldest pushed the door open. Suthanu and another boy was laying on their mother's lap while she sat facing the sky.
They stood there unsure. Should they go Infront of their mother?
Draupadi who noticed every single of their movements was crying silently. For years she waited for this moment. For years she was eager to get a glimpse of her sons.
"Maa," Shrutakarma called.
Draupadi closed her eyes in bliss. For years she yearned to hear this one word.
Draupadi turned around. She baid fair well to 5 teenages and in front of her stands five grown up men. Their face, their voice a lot of things changed. But she can recognize them without a Hassel.
They came Infront of her and placed their crown on her feet.
"Maa, we completed our vow to you. Your kingdom Devapath awaits your arrival," Prativindhya spoke.
Draupadi raised them up and embraced them hard. Her tears flowed without any stop.
"Putro,"
It broke the demeanor of five mighty warriors. They hold their mother tightly crying like a child. At the door Krishna, Maharaj Draupad, Satyajit, Dhrishtadyumna, Balram, Shikhandini stood witnessing the divine Reunion. Even their eyes watered.
Draupadi looked at her sons face with teary eyes. Her heart is content now. Right years is no joke... They have grown up so much in this time. Shrutakarma is the exact replica of Arjun. Her heart skipped a beat seeing him at first.
"Maa, we came back," Prativindhya said in his tears.
"And this time I am not letting you away from my eyes. Not for a second," Draupadi smiled in tears.
Suthanu was quick to jump in her brothers embrace. She weeped, she hit them, curse at them for leaving her alone. Brothers slowly pampered their sister and kissed her forehead numerous times. She is so loved because she is the only sister of six brothers. Finally they noticed the small boy behind their mothers leg.
"Abhi, take your brothers blessings," Draupadi smiled.
Draupadi guided him to Prativindhya first. Abhimanyu with his small steps touched Prativindhya's feet who was too stunned to react. Sutasoma lifted him up in the air and kissed his cheeks in joy.
"Hmm..." Satanika looked at the child Infront of him who was nervous at his stare.
"You are ugly," Satanika stated.
It immediately earned him a slap on the back of his head from both Prativindhya and Sutasoma.
Abhimanyu gasped. He is ugly...he looked at his mother in teary eyes...how can her son be ugly...?
"Ouch! What was that for? I just spoke the truth," Satanika rubbed his head.
"Consol him now Satanika. How could you say that to a child?" Prativindhya scolded.
"Ugh...fine...listen you little rascal. You are the adopted child Mata found beside Ganga shore. You have taken enough of my mother's love. You should know I am her favorite son. And as I have arrived, steer clear from my Mata's lap," Satanika said in utmost seriousness.
"Satanika!" Sutasoma jumped to hold him but he was quick to hide behind his Mamashree Dhrishtadyumna.
"You just arrived and causing so much problem," Krishna twisted Satanika's ear.
"Mamashree...ouch... it's paining.....why is everyone behind my ear today?" Satanika cried.
"Krishnaa, this son of yours is so naughty. He questioned me for being in the feast. Can you imagine?" Krishna complained to Draupadi.
Everyone laughed at his remark. It's true Satanika is so restless and always up to something. They are glad to see he can even go under Vasudev's thick skin as well.
"Mata, your kingdom Devapath awaits your arrival. We should look for an auspicious time to move there. We promised Devraj Indra to prepare a feast there as well," Sutasoma said.
Draupadi looked at her Sakha who nodded in agreement.
"Very well, my dear. Shrutasena look for an auspicious time to move in," Draupadi ordered.
Draupadi happily went to the kitchen to make for her sons by her own hands. Abhimanyu was left with five grown up man in one chamber. He approached the dark skinned one who was quite from the beginning. He pulled his dhoti to make him look at him.
"Bhrata Shrutakarma?" Abhimanyu asked.
Shrutakarma ruffled his hair affectionately, "What is it, little one?"
"Mata said we have the same father and you look exactly like my father. Is this how my father looks like?" Abhimanyu asked.
The environment became tensed. They can't blame small Abhimanyu to look for his father. There was a time they also wishes for their fathers affection desperately.
"I do," Shrutakarma answered.
"Bhrata, everyone has their father with them. Why don't we have him with us?" Abhimanyu asked.
Shrutakarma looked at his Jyest helplessly. What can he answer the child? He doesn't need to know the dark past of theirs.
"Abhi, come here," Prativindhya called.
He lifted him up and sat him on his lap.
"Our fathers are in a mission. A mission of life where some repent, some look for happiness, some looks for solace. And until they find the right path, we can't meet them nor they can meet us. We have a very important goal in our life that is to bring justice for our mother. You love maa right?" Prativindhya asked.
"I love maa soooooooo much," Abhimanyu answered smiling.
"Then it's also your duty to keep maa happy. So never ask this to maa, okay? You can ask us anytime but not Mata," Prativindhya said softly.
"Okay, Jyest bhrata," Abhimanyu smiled.
His elder brothers melted seeing his innocent smile. Another innocent person to protect with their life. Suthanu wasn't leaving Sutasoma a bit. He was always her favorite brother. Prativindhya has noticed. They are a lot like their Mata and their fathers. Their Mata always preferred Pitashree Bheem in any situation. She favoured him above all that was always clear. And Suthanu does that too. She also loved Bheem more than her own father Yudhisthir.
After 2 months, Draupadi with her children, her sakha, Balram, Maharaj Draupad started their journey for Devapath. Sutasoma drived the chariot of his mother and Prativindhya sat with her. Abhimanyu was riding with his Mamashree Krishna and others on their respective horses beside their mother's chariot.
Their current age
Prativindhya - 27
Sutasoma- 26
Satanika- 24
Shrutasena - 23
Shrutakarma - 22
Suthanu- 21
Abhimanyu - 8
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