The Fateful Evening Part l

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Satya is smiling to herself . She wanted Arjun to request her to be with his wife. Then only she will oblige and leave Draupadi to him,that night. She likes to challenge Arjun though she is doubtful of her victory.. She  accompanied Panchali to her mansion after dinner and she is confident that Arjun can not do anything now.
Krishna asked Arjun who came out of his chamber. Is Subhadra awake? No. She said she got reeling sensation. I told her to sleep well so that she will be alright. May be she is tired. Arjun replied
. Krishna's face glowed with radiance.Arjun wondered. Why are you so happy?Krishna smiled. Something's should be known at a proper time to enjoy the outcome. Before Arjun could say.more Priyamvada came and said. Your mother asked me to stay with Subhadra.....Arjun understood.
Krishna pulled him up and started walking towards Panchali's mansion. ...Inside Satya and Panchali are laughing thinking about the two friends.Satya proudly said. It is not easy now for your husband to win over Satya. He should come and request me.Then I will oblige.
Draupadi smiled but she is doubtful of Satya's victory. Arjun and defeat seems impossible. But still she is enjoying the game and relaxingly closed her eyes. You should not sleep even if I come late. His voice rang in her ears. She opened her eyes .
His second requirement is jasmines which already are there in her hair.The third requirement is white dress which she did not wear. She is in her blue dress. Suddenly they heard a knock on the door.
Satya prevented Panchali and went to open . As soon as she opened the door she saw Arjun coming inside with his hand on his forehead.He walked straight up to Panchali and laid down keeping his head on her lap. "Krishnaa I have severe headache. Subhadra is already slept. I can't bear it further. "Arjun's eyes are pain filled. He is feeling uneasy even to place his head at one place.
Draupadi got agitated.All through the afternoon he taught Archery in the open space. It was a hot day also. It might have effected him.
Satya also did not see him like that. She is worried. Draupadi almost has tears in her eyes. She placed her hand on his forehead and started to run her fingers smoothly keeping the curls away.
Just then Krishna came with a medicinal cream in his hand. How is he? The pain is too much. I got this from Sahadev and asked him to stay back. Will you apply this or shall I take him with me?
Draupadi grabbed that from him. She started applying it on his forehead. Krishna looked at Satya. "Now Parth may not be able to come over there I think. Subhadra is fast asleep. I hope he will become alright by tomorrow. Would you stay here? Or..."
Satya looked at Draupadi who is completely absorbed in serving him . .She took her leave and followed Krishna who asked Draupadi to give Arjun hot badam milk. Draupadi nodded and went inside to ask Malini bring the milk. She brought a smooth pillow to keep his head and wiped her tears. Malini brought the milk and went off closing the door . Draupadi approached Arjun and placed her hand on his forehead.

Krishna took Satya into their chamber in Arjun's mansion. Satya appeared in deep thought. Krishna gathered her in his arms. How could you think of spending the night away from me? He asked with a mischievous face.
Satya became suspicious on seeing his expression. Are you not worried for Arjun? She questioned him straightly. He is in such pain and you are laughing here. I can't believe it. She confronted.
Relax Satya . Govind made her sit on their couch. You know your brow is filled with sweat . It shows your tension. Cool down."
He said in his magical voice. That is not an answer to my question. "Satya's suspicion becoming strong with each minute.
Well. What should I do? His wife will look after him better than me. He will be alright by tomorrow." Govind assured.
Satya looked into his eyes." Tell me Swami. What is going on? You can't divert me further. Arjun's headache is genuine or not? "She questioned demanding an answer. Krishna smiled." Arjun'spain is genuine. But not due to headache. May be from love sickness."
Satya's face changed colour .she accused him."Swami,you both played game and now I understand. I am  a fool not to understand Arjun's  false headache. And you helped him win over me. Not fair.
Krishna took her face into his hands. Who will understand the passion of love more than my Satya? You are the goddess of passion and intense love. You should understand him more than any one else. Any way winning and losing does'nt matter when it happens between friends.i know my Satya well. She will understand. "Govind's mesmerising voice made Satya forget every thing and feel the supreme bliss of his love and passion.
Draupadi sat near Arjun and started to smoothen his curls . She ardently gazed at his sharp and handsome features. and wondered how could any one be so perfect in every feature. There is nothing wrong on part of her father to get charmed by him and create a wife for his sake in the form of his daughter.
Why did'nt you wear white tonite? She heard Arjun's voice and  looked down at him .
Arjun is watching her with smiling eyes . The painful expression in his eyes  has gone. Instead the normal playful naughty Arjun is back rolling his head on her lap .
Draupadi now got the doubt that His headache must be false as no trace of it is seen. She tried to push his head away from her lap but he clasped her waist in firm grip.
So your headache is false no? Why did you cheat Satya and me? She confronted.
Arjun  moved his finger on her cheek upside down . "You know I like winning be it in war or in love. Satya's challenge should be  met with .
How could she imagine that he would loose. Poor Satya she was fooled by both friends. But it is not her fault. She vies with Arjun always .
She knew she admires him a lot. She takes pleasure in challenging him ,irritating him but Satya admires the super archer,the handsome prince with attitude. That she can understand.
Draupadi looked at Arjun who is blissfully enjoying his victory. "You are too bad Arjun,you exploit those who love you to your advantage.she said with a vexed tone.
Arjun blinked his eyes. Raised his eyebrows. "So wicked I am? Then why do Yajnaseni love me so much? "He questioned holding her chin in hand, "I am not talking of myself. It is about my friend Satya . "Draupadi forcefully said. Arjun feigned ignorance. Satya likes me? That is news to me. 
His eyes as usual has the naughty glint. So much attitude. Still Pitasri loves you more than me.
Draupadi got up and walked into her terrace garden which is cool, soothing with moon Rays and blooming jasmines. She remembered the lonely nights she spent there when he is in Exile. Now he is beside her but she is arguing with him for silly reasons.
Arjun came behind her, bent lower and placed his head on her shoulder. He inhaled the blue lotus fragrance as well as The fragrance of jasmines. He wondered at the intensity of his passionate love. Why is he that enamoured by Krishnaa. He always thought that he can fall in love but he should not let himself lost in it.
ulupi,Chitra, Aarya and Subhadra loved him hopelessly and were lost in him. But Krishnaa, is different. Her love intoxicates him and he would lose control over himself. Still he can not admit it to her. It may complicate matters in their life dictated by norms.
Draupadi turned her face to him and looked into his hazel eyes that are lost in thought.
Who is that lucky one ,that made you think of her while you are with me? "She questioned looking suspiciously.
Arjun has a serious expression. Want to know her? Listen.Already Draupadi's eyes showed her envy.She has very big eyes.Arjun started. Beautiful eyebrows. Draupadi knitted her eye brows.
Her nose is so cute. Her lips are curvy ,delicate and reddish. Arjun stopped. Draupadi widened her eyes. Who is that damsel ,must be too beautiful. She thought. Her chin is sharp and edgy.
She has long curly hair ,I can't describe the natural glow of that hair. Arjun's eyes are dreamy. Draupadi got suspicious.
Is he describing her own beauty? She can't decide. Her neck is like conch .. The blue lotus fragrance is her speciality.
Arjun took her face into his hands and drew her closer. Draupadi blushed profusely. Arjun started. If you go down the neck you will drool over the beautiful sculpture like ...Draupadi closed his lips from uttering more.