"Subhu, Subhu, where are you?" called Dushala, her voice echoing through the forest.
"I might be checking in the forest," replied Subhadra, her voice barely audible over the rustling leaves.
"Subhu!" called Dushala again, her footsteps crunching on the forest floor.
"Yes, Sakhi," said Subhadra, emerging from behind a cluster of trees.
"Oh, Subhu, you are sitting here," Dushala huffed, slightly out of breath from her search, "And what's that in your hand?"
"It's a clay toy, Dushu," replied Subhadra, holding up a small figurine she had been carving.
"It's wonderful. So, whatever I heard about you was right!" said Dushala, her eyes sparkling with curiosity.
"What did you hear about me?" asked Subhadra, intrigued by her friend's statement.
"I heard that you are a nature lover," said Dushala, taking a seat beside Subhadra and admiring the intricate details of the clay toy.
"Yeah, because nature gives me peace," said Subhadra, her gaze wandering to the towering trees and the gentle breeze that rustled their leaves.
"Dushu, I have a request," said Subhadra, turning to her friend with a hopeful expression.
"Of course, tell me," said Dushala, eager to hear what Subhadra had in mind.
"Please tell me more about Bhrata Arjuna," requested Subhadra, her voice tinged with curiosity.
"Ohooo," Dushala giggled mischievously, "I see someone has a crush!"
"What? No!" exclaimed Subhadra, feeling her cheeks flush with embarrassment.
"Relax, Subhu. I'm just teasing," said Dushala, nudging her friend playfully.
"But I'm serious. I want to know more about him," insisted Subhadra, her curiosity piqued.
"Alright, alright. I'll tell you everything I know," said Dushala, settling down to share tales of the renowned warrior.
As Dushala spoke about Arjuna's valor, skill with weapons, and unwavering devotion to duty, Subhadra listened intently, her fascination growing with each passing moment.
"Dushu, I never realized how amazing Bhrata Arjuna is," said Subhadra, her eyes shining with admiration.
"I told you he's something special," said Dushala, grinning triumphantly.
"Thank you for sharing all this with me," said Subhadra, feeling grateful for her friend's insights.
"You're welcome, Subhu. Anything for you," said Dushala, giving her friend a warm hug.
As they sat together in the tranquil surroundings of the forest, Subhadra couldn't help but feel a sense of contentment wash over her. In that moment, surrounded by nature and sharing stories with her dear friend, she felt truly at peace.
"Dushu, I have another request," said Subhadra, breaking the peaceful silence that had settled between them.
"What is it?" asked Dushala, curious to know what Subhadra had in mind.
"Can we explore more of the forest together?" requested Subhadra, her eyes sparkling with excitement.
"Of course! I'd love to," exclaimed Dushala, her face lighting up with enthusiasm.
And so, the two friends set off on their adventure, wandering through the dense foliage, discovering hidden clearings and secret streams as they went.
As they explored, Subhadra couldn't help but feel a sense of wonder at the beauty of the natural world around her. The vibrant colors of the flowers, the melodious songs of the birds, and the gentle rustling of the leaves filled her with a sense of awe and reverence.
"Dushu, isn't it amazing how much beauty there is in the world?" remarked Subhadra, her voice filled with wonder.
"It truly is," agreed Dushala, her eyes shining with admiration.
As they continued their journey through the forest, Subhadra felt a deep connection to the world around her. With each step she took, she felt more alive, more in tune with the rhythms of nature.
"Dushu, I feel like I belong here," said Subhadra, her voice filled with emotion.
"I know what you mean, Subhu. There's something magical about being in nature," said Dushala, her gaze sweeping over the breathtaking landscape around them.
And so, surrounded by the beauty of the forest and the warmth of their friendship, Subhadra and Dushala spent the day exploring, laughing, and making memories that would last a lifetime.
As the sun began to set and the sky turned a brilliant shade of orange, they knew that their adventure was coming to an end. But as they made their way back home, their hearts were full of joy, knowing that they had shared something truly special together.
Back at the palace, as they bid each other goodnight, Subhadra couldn't help but feel grateful for her dear friend and the magical day they had shared.
"Thank you, Dushu, for the wonderful adventure," said Subhadra, giving her friend a heartfelt hug.
"You're welcome, Subhu. Anytime," said Dushala, returning the hug with equal warmth.
And as they parted ways and retreated to their respective chambers, Subhadra knew that she would cherish the memories of their adventure forever. For in the beauty of the forest and the warmth of her friend's company, she had found true happiness.
So this was today's chapter. Happy reading 😊.