The Fateful Evening Part l

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Indraprasth looked gorgeous for the forthcoming marriage of Krishna and Kalindi. Satyaki arrived with Devaki and Vasudev. Kunti welcomed them with tears and touched their feet. She remembered the troubles they had undergone till Krishna grew up,killed Kansa and released them from jail.
She said in an overwhelmed tone. Bharata Vasudev Bhabhi,it is my good fortune to have you in my place. This happened due to Kanha  only. Devaki smiled and said. Don't forget your Arjun. His marriage with my Subhadra brought a new dimension to  our relationship.
Kunti nodded in happiness. Subhadra hugged Devaki and said "I missed you both.
Who will believe you? You abducted my Gurudev and  from then I did not see you leave him even for a moment . We are not able to learn anything from him. Satyaki taunted.
Subhadra countered him Don't  tell lies. How could Kalindi happen to be here if I did'nt allow him to go with Bhrata? Kunti pacified her. Don't take  it serious. They all love you. I love you.
She then called Draupadi and introduced her.
Devaki stared at her much renowned beauty. "Kunti,What I heard of her is only hundredth of the reality. She is Devine.Devaki wholeheartedly praised her.
Draupadi is busy with arrangements for marriage. Bheem ordered relatively new recipes to be made for the occasion.The dinner before marriage was relished by one and all. Every one praised them.

Satya took Arjun with her and went to Kalindi.she greeted her politely and said."welcome to  the antahpur of Dwaraka ,my lord's new bride,"she said. You will have to share him with all of us of course but he allots major part of his valuable time to his Parth only.  She said with a teasing smile.
Arjun smiled at that remark. Don't believe her Kalindi she is Satyabhama without whom Madhav can not even move a finger. He retorted. Kalindi smiled and said. I am pleased to meet you Devi Satya ,I heard so much of your boldness and intelligence ,when you accompanied Lord for Paarijat and also to kill narakasur. It is so nice of you to accept me in your domain. "Satya's ego got satisfied.  She said offering a friendly hand. I have a good impression on you as you were supported by none other than this super archer. I tell you  it is not that easy to impress him.
Arjun immediately added. Yes. That is true. I go for the best only . And you know Satya is the best example for my taste. Satya smiled. I am pleased .Finally you acknowledged me as your friend.   Met his wife Draupadi? She is the only Sakhi Lord has. She is class apart. Satya said genuinely.
Kalindi nodded her head. I had the good fortune to meet her. She is too good. I wanted to touch and feel her to see if her beauty is real.She is awesome. Kalindi is all praise for Draupafi.
Satya agreed.You know I think she is the only one who will make Satyabhama feel that she is better  in every way. She is a very good friend of mine. Satya admitted frankly...
Kalindi is  adorned in a way suitable to the bride to be.vasudev and Devaki blessed her and offered her ornaments and gorgeous dresses. Arjun took the responsibility of presenting the bridegroom in his best  way possible and Krishna looked Devine with his peacock feather dancing merrily in his beautiful locks.His  face looked even more attractive with his Kasturi Tilak .Vaijayanti Mala and fine silk yellow Pitambar enhanced his beauty.
Arjun could not take his eyes from him. He teased him. Madhav if you look like this there won't be space for aspiring maidens to accommodate themselves in Dwaraka.
Krishna laughed and retorted. Parth you are there to share my burden. Some of them will definitely prefer the irresistibly charming third Pandav I am sure.
Arjun nodded his head. You know I already told you I don't want to give pain to Krishnaa. Did you observe when Kalindi came Krishnaa almost fainted thinking her to be my bride.
Krishna became serious. Who can change what is already written? None can change destiny.Happiness or pain that which is preordained falls in your hands. Accept life as it comes.
Arjun got surprised perceiving a certain predictability in krishna's words. Sahadev came .He informed Arjun. Bhrata Arjun,our spies came from sindhustan. They brought information that the demons are not in a mood to release our people and ships. They were miffed that many of their relatives were killed when you fought them in Kamarup.On top of it Vasuki assured them help if war happens between you and demons. Still ten days are left for them to clear their stance.Arjun 's face changed colour. Let them be ready to face  the arrows from my Gandiv. First I want to teach a lesson to revered  Mahatma Vasuki. But don't reveal this to any one yet. The festive mood will get disturbed. He warned Sahadev.
Krishna placed his hand on his shoulder. Arjun felt the energy  and power flow into him through that Devine touch. ...the premarriage festivities began and every one is in praise of the grandeure and richness with which the festivities are going on . As the marriage will happen next day the night is illuminated by dazzling lights and flower decorations. Krishna and Kalindi are seated on the Dias opposite each other and sangeet ceremony started
.Satya pulled Draupadi to a side and asked. How I painful it is to watch our dear husband with other woman!. I never witnessed his other marriages. I had nothing against Kalindi.I understood how you felt seeing Arjun with Subhadra . Draupadi took her hand and said. Satya. Govind and Arjun never belong to you or me. It hurts. But I understood.. Don't spoil your mood . Satya nodded her head and went to Devaki.
Draupadi looked at Arjun who is standing behind Krishna. Subhadra is beside him. Satya said it frankly she could'nt say how painful it is to see him with Subhadra.Arjun suddenly looked at her and the eye  lock with her made her thoughts crystal clear to him.Draupadi turned her face took the Aarti thali and went to the storeroom adjacent to the worship room to take out the ornaments with Priyamvadha.
Both of them started arranging the gift ornaments along with new clothes. Suddenly they saw Arjun at the door. Priyamvadha got up took the gifts and said. Come soon locking up the lockers. She went off giving way to Arjun to enter inside. Arjun looked at the beautiful gold chain with keys hanging on her waist making soft musical sounds. He Got mesmerised by the beauty that looks ever new and intoxicates him. Draupadi felt embarrassed on seeing his desire in those hazel eyes. She hurriedly closed the doors and tried to take off her key chain which got struck in her saree layers. She tried to get it out but could not. Arjun approached her and looking into her lotus eyes started his trial to take out the key chain. Draupadi felt his touch in his desire and felt the warmth flow like electric current into her body.
Arjun leave me I have to go. She is certain that he is intentionally delaying to have his way with her.
Mata will call me let me go she repeated.
How do you go? Don't want to close the lockers? Arjun teased her. He knew she is also feeling the heat with his touch. He knew it is not good for both of them to stay together further. He may lose himself .
Arjun  took out the key chain and placed it in her hand much to her relief. He drew her close kissed her deeply and whispered. Looking awesome Krishnaa,I am enslaved to you. See you in the night. He left leaving  Draupadi spellbound ..