Rukha's thinking, "I know what I need to do, but it's getting complicated. I did all this just to save my favorite novel's story. Guess I have to do something now, since I handed over that stone. It's a crucial stone, red color, but its properties are different. King needs it the most, and I need to tell the main character about the stone's usefulness. I have to make sure he knows the stone I gave is useful, but it's not the same as the one he has."
The king thinks, "How did you get this?" Rukha says, "I found it in the jungle. I thought it might be useful, and you were looking for it, right?"
The king's like, "How did you know? Never mind, this stone's important. I think it was supposed to be with Shivyansh, but it's with you. Thanks for giving it to me. I'll give you an exemption, and you'll have to guide some people for me. Just do it, okay?"
Rukha's thinking, "Guide? How can I guide?"
Rukha's like, "No big deal, just go and guide people on sword fighting and stuff."
The king's said, "Sounds good, you're 27 now, and your mom was a great swordsman too. I want you to come back to the palace and guide people."
Rukha's thinking, "Wait, how does he know about my mom?"
The students are like, " What does that mean?
Rukha's thoughts swirled as she tried to process the king's words. "How does he know about my mom?" she wondered. She glanced at the students, who were whispering among themselves.
One of them piped up, "Royal blood? Does that mean you're a princess, Rukha master?"
Rukha's eyes widened, and she quickly shook her head. "No, no, it's not like that. I just... uh... my mom was a great swordsman, that's all."
The king chuckled. "More than that, Rukha. Your mom was a member of the royal family. And I'm sure you'll make her proud."
Rukha's heart skipped a beat. What was the king talking about? She didn't have any royal connections... did she?
The king turned to leave, his guards following closely behind. "You'll start guiding people 15 days , Rukham Be at the palace by dawn."
Rukha nodded numbly, still trying to process everything. As the king disappeared she felt a hand on her shoulder.
Master master a student said .
Yeah what happened Rukha said.
Are you really related to royals, student said .
I don't know but go to study place. Rukha said looking angry.
Students got scared.
After lecture Rukha's said Shivyansh come with me because I have something to discuss about.
Students starting whispered and talking.
Shivyansh get nervous.
Go to your room rukha angrily said.
So, Rukha's in the training room with Shivyansh, discussing the stone. She tells him, "The stone I gave the king... it's not the same as the one you're looking for."
Shivyansh's expression turns serious. "What do you mean?"
Rukha explains, "The stone I gave him is useful, but its properties are different. You need to be careful."
Shivyansh's eyes narrow, "How did you know about the stone?"
Rukha's eyes dart around the room, "I'll explain later. We need to get you out of here."
Shivyansh's voice is calm, "I'm not going anywhere without answers, Rukham."
Rukham you said what how dare you? Rukha said.
Then suddenly something blast near the training ground and then a monster appear
Chaos erupts as the monstrous creature appears, its deafening roar echoing through the Gurukul. Rukha's instincts kick in instantly, and she swiftly pushes Shivyansh behind her, shielding him from the impending danger. "Stay back!" she warns, her voice firm and commanding.
The students scream and scatter, backing away from the monster in terror. Rukha unsheathes her sword, its blade glinging in the dim light, ready to defend Shivyansh at all costs.
Shivyansh's eyes flash with determination, his jaw set in a resolute line. "I'll handle this," he says, his voice low and steady, but Rukha's having none of it.
The monster lunges forward, its jaws wide open, revealing razor-sharp teeth. Rukha leaps into action, her sword slicing through the air with precision and skill. Steel clashes against claws, sending sparks flying as the battle begins in earnest.
Rukha's thinking, "Not now, not when I'm trying to protect him!" Her mind's racing, her heart pounding in her chest, but her sword arm remains steady, moving with a fluidity that's almost instinctive.
The monster's scales glimmer in the light, its eyes fixed on Shivyansh, and Rukha knows she needs to end this quickly. The air's thick with tension, the smell of sweat and fear filling her nostrils.
Rukha dodges the monster's swipe, using the momentum to launch a counterattack. Her sword slices through the creature's scales, but it's not a killing blow.
The monster retaliates, its tail whipping around, sending students scattering. Shivyansh's eyes are locked on the creature, his fists clenched.
Rukha's like, "Shivyansh, get out of here! I'll handle this!"
Shivyansh's didn't respond because there was a monster behind him.
Rukha goes towards the shivayansh and kill
the monster.
I am sorry master for calling your name. Shivyansh said.
Rukha nods, taking in the weak spot. She dodges the monster's next swipe and positions herself for a clean strike. "Get ready to run," she says, her voice low.
With a swift, precise motion, Rukha aims for the unprotected patch. The sword slices deep, and the monster roars in pain. Its claws flail wildly as it stumbles back, giving Rukha and Shivyansh a moment's reprieve.
Shivyansh's eyes are wide with a mix of shock and admiration. "Rukham, that was..."
Rukha cuts him off, her breathing steady. "Not now. We need to get out of here before it recovers."
The monster's roar turns into a furious growl, and it starts to push itself up from the ground. Rukha grabs Shivyansh's arm, pulling him towards the Gurukul's back exit. "Move!"
The students are still scattered, some hiding behind pillars, others frozen in terror. Rukha's voice cuts through the chaos, "Everyone, get to the safe rooms! Now!"
The students snap out of it, scrambling to follow Rukha's orders. As she and Shivyansh reach the exit, Rukha glances back – the monster's on its feet again, its gaze fixed on them.
Shivyansh thinking, "Time to get answers. And fast."