⭐Chapter 3: One Night, Many Questions
The soft morning light spilled across the Rajputana Mansion, filling it with quiet energy.
IPS Priya Singh Rajputana, sharp, fearless, and respected, was preparing for a new challenge. She was leaving for Visakhapatnam, not on her first posting, but on a crucial transfer — a place where high-profile cases and political pressures awaited her.
Accompanying her were:
Her sisters — Siya, Riya, and Kiya
Kaka Babu, who had raised her with care
Avnya Didi, elder sister-like figure, always protective
The mansion buzzed with a bittersweet farewell. Emotions ran high, tears threatened to fall.
Those staying behind included:
Father Digvijay Singh, pride and worry etched across his face
Mother Kirtida, whose hands rose instinctively in blessing
Elder Mother Parvati Devi, silent but full of wisdom
Uncle Amar Singh and Aunt Sunanda, quiet observers who understood everything
Kiya, always under Priya's protective shadow, was coming along this time. Her tears were not of farewell, but of unspoken fear.
"Di…" Kiya whispered, voice trembling.
"Something feels different this time. Everything will be alright, right?"
Priya gently placed her hand on her sister's head.
"When you're with me, what is there to fear? Together, we'll handle everything."
Visakhapatnam – A New Responsibility
They arrived at their new home together.
The luggage was unpacked, walls adorned with pictures, and life slowly resumed its pace.
Yet beneath the calm, everyone sensed it — this posting was different. Heavy. Unseen.
Meanwhile, in Mumbai…
Anushka Arora, a beautiful but cunning actress, spoke on the phone with her uncle, Keshav Kulkarni.
"Uncle, Priya and Abhay's engagement has questioned my respect. Just wait, I'll change the course of this story."
The first chapter of her scheme had only just begun.
That Night – When Hearts Break
After everyone had gone to bed, a sudden knock echoed at Priya's door in the middle of the night.
Standing there were: Siya, Riya, Kiya, Kaka Babu, and Avnya Didi.
Kiya quietly approached and rested her head on Priya's lap.
"I can't sleep, Di… I just want to be with you."
Priya smiled softly.
"Alright… let's all gather mattresses in the courtyard. Tonight, we'll have a family night."
Together, they lay down in the open courtyard.
Priya ran her fingers through Kiya's hair while narrating a story, a calm peace settling over everyone.
The Unexpected Call
Suddenly, a phone rang — Caller ID: Abhay Shrivastav Vyas.
Priya answered, her tone sharp with irritation.
"Is this really the time to call?"
Abhay hesitated.
"You haven't slept? Mom said I should check on you…"
Priya's voice was cold, yet firm.
"So Mom told you to call? Have you ever thought for yourself? Leave it, Abhay. I'm tired of these sisters now."
She ended the call and switched off the phone.
Alone, Abhay muttered to himself:
"Abhay… you messed up again. How am I going to make her understand? How do I tell her that I truly want her?"
Meanwhile, Anushka Smiled
"Priya… the stronger you are, the deeper I'll dig to break you."
Kirtida Maa's Uneasy Vigil
Meanwhile, Kirtida Singh lay awake, her mind restless.
Her maternal instinct whispered that something was amiss.
Is Priya in danger? Or is it just the distance making me anxious?
She thought of her daughters, tears welling up in her eyes.
Priya slept peacefully, unaware, yet the protective instincts of her mother were in full force.
Would Abhay Shrivastav Vyas be able to mend the misunderstandings and protect Priya from all harm?
Or would Anushka Arora and her uncle Keshav Kulkarni find a way to exploit this situation and disrupt Priya and Abhay's relationship?
Priya, brave as she was, would soon discover that even danger fears her… but shadows were already gathering.
To Be Continued…
Every night holds questions, every day carries secrets.
The journey of Priya Rajputana has only begun — and the real challenges, threats, and hidden truths are yet to unfold.
Stay tuned for more in Royal Vardi: The Reign of a Royal Heart.