14. The big day

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In Pratap palace, it was a chaos as Akshita, Anita and Naina were looking for the perfect wedding attire for Kashi. They had called the best designers. The marriage was tomorrow and they had to chose the lehenga.

Anita lay down on the sofa. " I am done. Let's do it tomorrow morning. " said Anita. Akshita looked at Anita and hit her. " Anu, we have to sent the lehenga tomorrow. " said Akshita. Naina looked at Akshita.

" Maa, I think that Bua is right. We have been looking for the lehenga since the haldi has got over. " replied Naina. Akshita nodded. " If you don't say then okay. We will start the search in the morning." said Akshita.

" Yes." said Anita and fell down on the sofa while spreading her arms. Akshita smiled and then got up. She looked at the time. " It is time for dinner. I will see if the dinner is ready or not." said Akshita while going towards the kitchen.

" Okay Bhabhi sa." said Anita. Bhairav came to the room of Dada Hukum. He found that he was very tensed. " What happened? You look tensed?" asked Bhairav. He looked at his son. " Arjun is back." said Dada Hukum.

Bhairav came to him and then held his hand. " Don't worry. Nothing will happen. Just calm down." said Bhairav. Dada Hukum got up. He looked at the photo frame of the Pratap family.

" Last time his father tried to kill my sons. I don't want to lose either my son or not grandson. If needed then I will pick guns and swords" said Dada Hukum. Bhairav knew that his father loves his family.

He wouldn't think twice taking the bullet for his family. He could do anything for the family. " Now, come. It is time for dinner." said Bhairav. After that they both walked towards the dinner table.

Everyone was seated there. Dada Hukum and Bhairav also sat down on their chairs. Dada Hukum looked at Akshita. " Where is Shiv?" asked Dada Hukum. Akshita looked back. " Don't know. He must be busy with his work." said Akshita.

Anita looked at her parents. " Papa, once Kashi comes into this house then he will have a lot of time for his wife." said Anita. Everyone got a smile on their faces. They all had food and then went to their rooms to sleep.

The next day, the sun was at the sky. Everyone in the palace was running here and there as today was the wedding. All the servants were busy in setting the lights and flowers all over the palace.

Meanwhile the ladies of the family were busy in selecting the lehenga for the bride. " Maa, look. " said Anita and showed Akshita and Madhu a yellow lehenga. " No. Find something in red." replied Akshita.

"Okay, Bhabhi sa." said Anita, putting the yellow lehenga back. The designers were showing various options, but nothing seemed to meet Akshita's expectations.

An hour later, Akshita finally found a stunning red lehenga adorned with intricate golden embroidery. "Anu, Naina, what about this one?" she asked, holding it up.

Akshita examined it closely, her eyes lighting up with approval. "This is perfect. It's regal and elegant, just like our Kashi. Pack it up." she instructed the designers. The designers understood what the Pratap's wanted.

With the lehenga finally chosen, everyone let out a collective sigh of relief. "Anu, go and inform the men that breakfast is ready." said Akshita.

Anita nodded and headed towards the dining hall. As she entered, she saw Dada Hukum and Bhairav already seated. Shivansh joined them shortly after, looking sharp in his traditional attire.

"Good morning, everyone." Shivansh greeted, taking his seat. "Good morning, Shiv. How's the work coming along?" asked Dada Hukum. "Everything is on track, Dada Hukum." Shivansh replied, though his mind was occupied with thoughts of Kashi.

Anita smiled at her brother. "Shiv, your bride will look stunning in the lehenga we chose." said Shivansh and chuckled. "I'm sure she will. Thank you for taking care of everything, Bua." said Shivansh. As they ate breakfast, the conversation flowed easily, the atmosphere filled with anticipation and excitement for the wedding.

Meanwhile at the farmhouse, the make-up artist were given Kashi a nice look for the wedding. A hair stylist was setting her hair. When Kaki came there with the lehenga that was sent by Akshita.

" Hukum Rani sa your lehenga is there." said Meenal. Prisha looked at that lehenga. " Here give it to me. The lehenga has arrived." Prisha announced, bringing the package inside.

Kashi looked at the beautifully wrapped package and took a deep breath. "Let's see it." she said, her voice steadying. As they unwrapped the lehenga, Kashi's eyes widened in awe.

"It's gorgeous." she whispered, running her fingers over the intricate embroidery." said Kashi while touched the lehenga.

At the Pratap palace, everyone was ready to leave for the farmhouse. The wedding was about to take place very soon. Naina looked at everyone. " Where is Bhai sa?" asked Naina. When they saw Shivansh coming down.

He was in a white kurta. Everyone smiled.

Shivansh was holding his sword in his hand. Akshita picked the aarti plate and then did the aarti of Shivansh. After that she put a tilak on the forehead of Shivansh and threw some rice on his head.

" Come on, lets go. We are getting late." said Bhairav. After that everyone headed towards the farmhouse. As the convoy of cars left the Pratap palace, the excitement and anticipation for the wedding grew with every passing mile.

The road to the farmhouse was beautifully decorated with flowers and lights, setting the perfect backdrop for the grand event. The air was filled with the aroma of fresh flowers and the sound of traditional wedding songs.

Upon arriving at the farmhouse, the guests were greeted with a grand welcome. Sonia unwantedly did the aarti of Shivansh. She still didn't care about the marriage that was taking place.

Dhol players and dancers added to the festive atmosphere, and a red carpet led the way to the beautifully decorated mandap. Shivansh stood at the mandap holding the garland waiting for his bride to come.

When he saw Manvi coming there along with Digvijay ji and Prisha.

She looked very beautiful in the red lehenga. Shivansh was mesmerized to see her. Kashi was looking down. Shivansh was looking at her only. He didn't realize when Kashi stood along with him.

Shivansh looked at Kashi. Her face was covered with the veil. " Now it is the time to exchange the garlands." said the pandit. Kashi looked at Shivansh. He slowly bowed down his head. Kashi put the garland in his neck.

After that Shivansh also put the garland in her neck. Everyone clapped and then threw flowers on them. All the guests sat down on the sofa. While Akshita, Bhairav and Digvijay ji sat with Kashi and Shivansh.

They took their seats, and the priest guided them through the various rituals, each symbolizing the sacred bond they were about to form.

As the ceremony progressed, the atmosphere was charged with emotion. The families watched with tears of joy and pride, their hearts swelling with happiness.

The priest called for the kanyadaan, where Kashi's father officially gave her hand to Shivansh, entrusting him with her care and well-being. Kashi became a little emotional as she was missing her father today.

Digvijay ji got up. " I will do the kanyadaan of my daughter." said Digvijay ji. Digvijay ji held the hand of Kashi and then kept her hand on the hand of Shivansh. "Take care of my daughter. make sure that if tears come in her eyes you are not the reason behind it." he said, his voice choked with emotion.

"I promise to cherish and protect her. " Shivansh replied, his voice firm and sincere. Kashi looked at him with tears in her eyes.

Next came the pheras, the seven sacred rounds around the holy fire. Naina came there for the gathbandan ceremony. She tied the knot between Kashi and Shivansh. After that they both got and started to take the phera.

Each phera represented a vow, a promise that the couple made to each other. With each step, they pledged their commitment, love, and respect for one another. The guests showered them with rose petals, blessing the couple as they embarked on their new journey together.

Finally, it was time for applying vermillion and mangalsutra ceremony. Shivansh gently applied the sindoor to Kashi's hair partition.

A tears fell down on the hand of Shivansh. He looked at her. After that he picked the mangalsutra and tied the mangalsutra around her neck, marking her as his wife.

Manvi closed her eyes, feeling the weight of the moment and the significance of the ritual.

" Vivah sampan huya."

" The marriage is complete. "

Pandit ji, with a voice full of reverence, instructed Kashi, "Now, take the blessings of your husband." said the pandit.

Kashi, adorned in her bridal attire, her heart fluttering with a mixture of emotions, turned to face Shivansh. Her eyes met his, searching for a sign of how to proceed. The centuries-old tradition echoed in her mind, and with a gentle nod, she began to bend down to touch his feet, a gesture of respect and reverence.

But before she could complete the motion, Shivansh's strong hand grasped her shoulder, halting her. The suddenness of his action made her look up in surprise. The guests, who had been watching with bated breath, also held their own in anticipation of what would happen next.

Shivansh's gaze was intense but filled with an undeniable tenderness. His voice, calm yet firm, cut through the quiet,

"Kashi, tumhen aisa karane ki zaroorat nahin hai. Tum meri aradhangini ho, mere baraabar ho. Hamaare rishte mein ham ek-doosare ka sammaan karenge aur ek-doosare ka saath denge. Main chaahata hoon ki ham ek-doosare ko sammaan de aur is jeevan mein ek saath aage badhen. Tumhaara sammaan aur pyaar mere liye bahut maayane rakhata hai aur main chaahata hoon ki tum hamesha mere saath kandhe se kandha milaakar chalo."

" Kashi, you don't need to do this. You are my partner, my equal. In our relationship, we will respect and support each other. I want us to give each other respect and move forward in this life together. Your respect and love mean a lot to me, and I want you to always walk with me shoulder to shoulder. "

A hushed gasp swept through the crowd as his words hung in the air. It was an unexpected, almost shocking statement, one that challenged the very tradition they were following. Kashi's eyes widened, both in surprise and a growing sense of pride.

Then, to everyone's astonishment, Shivansh, still holding her shoulder, bent down himself and touched Kashi's feet. His actions were deliberate, respectful, and filled with love.

Pandit ji, who had been conducting countless weddings for years, was taken aback. " Hukum sa, I have never seen a husband touch his wife's feet. This is not how it is usually done." he said with his voice laced with disbelief.

Shivansh straightened up and turned to the Pandit ji, a soft smile playing on his lips. "Pandit ji, in our relationship, there is no 'usual.' Kashi is not just my wife; she is my strength, my equal. If she can touch my feet out of respect, then why can't I do the same for her? Respect in marriage goes both ways." he replied politely.

His words carried the weight of his conviction, and as they settled over the gathering, a sense of admiration and respect filled the room. Kashi, who had been watching him, felt a deep warmth spread through her heart. Shivansh had not only honored her but had made a statement that resonated with the very foundation of their relationship.

Pandit ji nodded slowly, a smile tugging at the corners of his mouth. "Your words are wise, and your love is true," he said, his tone now one of approval. "May your marriage be blessed with mutual respect and love for all the years to come."

With that, Shivansh and Kashi shared a look that spoke volumes—of love, of partnership, and of a future where they would stand together as equals, come what may.

" Now you can take the blessings of your elder." said the pandit ji. Kashi and Shivansh first came to Akshita and Bhairav. They bent to touch their feet when Bhairav held Kashi's shoulders. Kashilooked at him.

" Ghar ke lakshmi pair nahi chooti."

"Lakshmi of the house does not touch the feet."

Bhairav kissed on the forehead of Kashi. This was the first time after the death of her father, that someone made her feel special like her father. She smiled. After taking blessing from Akshita and Bhairav, they came to Anita.

Anita also didn't let Kashi touch his feet. " Bhai sa said it right. You are the lakshmi of the house. " said Anita. Kashi smiled.

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