Bab 12: Devsena Vs. Varundev [2]
Arya Meeting Hall----
Purohit said,"Chieftains, this is not the time to worry. It is the time to discuss ". Varundev said," In the war of one day only, we lost our four chieftains. If we add the number of wounded and dead soldiers, we have lost our one third of the soldiers". Purohit said,"The chieftains who were involved in the infantry, are both dead now. Who will take their place"? Angdev said, "I can do that". Purohit again asked," So who will go with the archery and this is not the only thing. Half of the ointment and medicines are already over". Abhrook said,"But Purohit, we have sent our messages to our other Arya trainers. They will send new soldiers as fast as possible ". Purohit said," Abhrook, first they will get the notice. Then they will start walking. And when will they reach"?
At this time, a Arya soldier came in and said, "Purohit Agnimitra, a messenger have come from Dravid Kingdom". Purohit said," Let him in". The soldier said,"It's not him, it's her". Angdev said, "What! Dravid women"! Abhrook said,"Messenger is also a women. What kind of kingdom is this? What kind of civilization is this"? As soon as they enter all of them checked them from head to toe to see that they have the same costume as the men.
Purohit Agnimitra said," I, Purohit Agnimitra, wholeheartedly welcoming our Dravid guests. Give your introduction and state the reason for coming here". The messenger said,"I am Janki Ratna. I came here to share the message of the Dravid Royal Council. Our queen Devsena have given the proposal that, keeping in mind the loses of both the sides, the fight should no more be done with troops and should be done with one - on - one combat. From your side you chose one of your courageous and from our side we will choose the courageous one. The one who wins, his side will get the victory and the other side will lose. Do the Aryans accept our proposal".
Abhrook mockingly laughed and said,"Seems like Dravids have already made their preparations to get the lose". Purohit said, "Chieftain, such rudeness in front of our guests doesn't suits you. Dravid Messenger, we have heard your proposal but we need some time to think about it. Till that time we will make your resting arrangements". She bowed and left.
After they left, Angdev said," I don't think it is a proposal. I think it is some wicked step of them. We shouldn't accept it". Abhrook said, "But Arya, the enemy's proposal is their challenge. Moreover we are Arya, we can't run away from the challenges. It is in our blood to accept the challenge". Another chieftain said, "Somewhere it shouldn't happen that this challenge became our defeat. I have heard that the Dravids can turn a person into a monster using their black magic and a monster is equals to ten of us".
Abhrook said," But Purohit Agnimitra, I can clearly see their fear of getting defeated through this proposal". Purohit said,"Thinking of your enemy less powerful in the battle can be proven fatal for you". He looked at Varundev and asked,"What are you thinking Varundev "? Varundev said," Apologies Purohit Agnimitra. But as said by the Dravid messenger, the Dravids have taken this decision estimating the damage happened to both the sides. This only means that they also don't want to increase the damage. This idea is not bad".
Another chieftain said, "Varundev accepting the proposal means fighting single hand". He replied," Yes Chieftain. We are going to fight single hand. The difference is just the on a one - on - one combat, there will not be any troops. There will only be two fighters, their powers and their skills and here also one will only win. Let's see if they are capable of fighting with an Arya, no matter who will be sent". Purohit asked, "So, do I agree to the proposal"? All the chieftains just nod in agreement.
In the night----
In front of a lake----
Purohit said," Here, we will take a test and the one to complete the test successfully will be called as the representative of the combat and also the symbol of God of Thunder's wish. In this lake, there is a fish. When I will start telling the spell, that fish will change it's color to golden. After it became golden you have to catch it. But the twist is you will be blindfolded. It is not a game. It is an Arya future decisive action. You have to do it with complete loyalty".
They stood in the water encircling the fish. As soon as he started chanting, the fish changed it's color. They started to catch the fish. Abhrook lifted the blindfold on his right eye a little. As everyone was trying to catch the fish, Varundev kept on hearing the water movement. And in one try he caught it. But Abhrook too hold the fish at the same time and kept on pulling it. He got the fish and raised up his hand, said, "Purohit Agnimitra, the wish of the god is in my hand". Purohit said," May the God of Thunder always showers his graciousness upon you. His wishes are crystal clear. Veer Abhrook is going to represent us in the combat".
In the afternoon----
Varundev was releasing his anger on a steel statue of a fighter. Abhrook came to his side, he asked, "Why do you do this? Why"? Abhrook said,"I wanted to repay your father's debt. He sacrificed his life to save mine". Varundev asked," Don't you believe in my skills". Abhrook said,"No Varundev. I didn't meant it. But it is also true that the Dravids are monsters. I have seen their cruelty death during my spy campaign. Believe in me. I will gain the goal even if I have to be martyr. After all I also have to safeguard my younger brother".
At that time, a human, which is equal to the height of two humans, came with a girl who have covered herself in the duppatta[1] and the messenger who have also came we earlier. She said,"Greetings to the Arya chieftains and priest. It is not the greetings of fear rather the greetings of humility ". Purohit said," Please accept our greetings too".
Angdev said,"So this human is been chosen for the combat. Is it a human or monster"? Abhrook said, "Obviously they will be in need of a monster to fight with an Arya Veer". The lady who have came with them came forward and said," There is also an alternative ". Purohit asked," What is your introduction "? She said," Me? I am a common lady. Mahishiamman had came in my dreams. I have came here with the her command ".
One of the chieftain asked," Who is this Mahishiamman "? She replied,"She is our everything. Every decision in the Dravid Kingdom is taken by the wishes of Devi Mahishiamman. I have been worshipping her from many years. Being glad from my adoration, she have given me the opportunity to be present in front of you". Angdev asked, "What kind of opportunity? Are you here to dance in front of us to entertain us before the combat"?
She said," If this combat is a entertainment for you, then I am also agreeing to do your entertainment. I can present a new dance in front of you. Combat dance". Purohit said, "Dravid Lady, speak your option". She replied, "The Dravid court has chosen this monster but Mahishiamman has chosen me". Purohit turned toward the messenger and said," What kind of joke is this"? The lady said,"Don't be angry priest. Please respect my austerity and our goddess's orders. I think you must have chosen your representative. He might be a handsome and powerful Arya chieftain. If you want to send your chosen representative, then he have to face this Dravid monster but if you will let me chose your representative, then he will only face me".
Purohit said,"Seems that you have already chosen someone ". Angdev said," No Purohit Agnimitra. Seems like they have already accepted their defeat. We should fulfill their desire". Abhrook said, "We have chosen our representative and this is our policy. I will fight with this monster. Be ready for the combat because it is not a game". Purohit asked," Abhrook don't you want that Aryavarta should be established faster. Whom do you want to choose "?
The lady said,"Varundev". All the eyes turned to Varundev. Purohit asked," Have your Mahishiamman told you about all our chieftains beforehand"? She replied, "Something like that only. There is a great power in penance. You are a priest, right? No one can know it better than you". Varundev whispered,"Abhrook, it is not difficult rather impossible to change the destiny. See, I only have to fight the combat, according to the wishes of God of Thunder, that to with a lady".
Purohit said," Dravid lady, we accept your proposal ". Abhrook asked,"Do you want to see the power of the person whom you have chosen"? He pointed his finger towards the steel statue Varundev was practicing with and said,"Those are not only marks but are also the marks of Varundev's sword". She said," It is possible that I might have made any mistake in recognising you were also unable to recognize me. I apologize that I hide two truths from you". Saying this she threw the Duppatta that was covering her face to reveal the face of the majestic Devsena underneath.
She said,"Firstly, this man is not a monster ". She pulled the clothes that was covering the monsters body to reveal a man sitting on top of another man. She continued," Secondly, we Dravids are the followers of motherly civilization. We consider female more powerful than man. See my this strike as the example of the courage and power you have talked about ". She took her sword and moved towards the steel statue Varundev was practicing with. Taking her position, she beheaded that steel statue in only one strike, which end up landing beside Varundev's feet.
While all the Aryans were looking at her unbelievability, Varundev's eyes were full of tenderness. She moved towards him with fierce eyes and asked,"Ready for the combat"? Varundev nodded shaking their hands. As soon as Varundev touched her she felt like current passed through her. They both retracted their hands and regained their composure. But were still confused about the feeling they experienced.
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