Beneath The Rajvanshi Crown Chapter-17

ML:-Rudra Rajvanshi

(noticing Ishani's discomfort): "Dr. Maheshwari, are you okay?"

FL Ishani Maheshwari

(nervously): "Yes, Rana Sa... just... terrified."

ML:-Rudra Rajvanshi

(leaning closer with a reassuring smile): "Hey, calm down. Nothing's going to happen. You're safe."

Ishani tries to close her eyes and steady her breathing, but as the plane begins to take off, her nerves get the best of her. Suddenly, she feels a warm hand wrap around hers.

FL Ishani Maheshwari

(startled): She glances at his hand and sees it's Rudra's.

ML:-Rudra Rajvanshi

Softly, his grip firm and comforting): "Don't worry, you'll be fine, Ishani."

FL Ishani Maheshwari

(Ishani's heart skips a beat as she processes his words. She holds onto his hand, subconsciously tightening her grip. She closes her eyes, leaning into his comfort.)

ML:-Rudra Rajvanshi

(after a moment, his voice calm): "The plane's taken off, Ishani. Everything's fine now. You can open your eyes."

FL Ishani Maheshwari

Thank you, Rana Sa. For this... comfort. You've done so much for me already.

ML:-Rudra Rajvanshi

"It's nothing, Ishani... But, uh, I hope you don't mind me calling you by your name now. We've been seeing each other a lot, so I think it's easier, only if you don't mind." (chuckles)

FL Ishani Maheshwari

No, no, Rana Sa... Why would I mind?"(laughs)

ML:-Rudra Rajvanshi

(grinning, teasing her): "Well, I really mind."🤨

FL Ishani Maheshwari

Ah, why, Rana Sa? What did I do?

ML:-Rudra Rajvanshi

(Playfully): "Well, when I call you by your name, you should call me by mine, too."

FL Ishani Maheshwari

But... Rana Sa, how can I take your name?

ML:-Rudra Rajvanshi

Simple. Like I'm calling you by your name. If you can't, then I'll just have to keep calling you Dr. Maheshwari

FL Ishani Maheshwari

No, no! Then I'll call you Rudra... if that's okay, Rana Sa.😅

Rudra glares playfully at her, his eyes twinkling.

FL Ishani Maheshwari

Oh, sorry... Rudra.😅

ML:-Rudra Rajvanshi

(Grins widely)Good

FL Ishani Maheshwari

(glancing out the window, a little lost in thought): "I never thought I'd end up on a plane like this... with someone like you, I mean." (smiles nervously)

ML:-Rudra Rajvanshi

(raising an eyebrow, curious): "Someone like me?" (teasing) "What do you mean by that?"

FL Ishani Maheshwari

(looking at him): "Well... you're the Rana Sa of Rajasthan. People like me... we're just regular people. I never imagined we'd have a conversation like this, let alone sit next to each other."

Rudra's gaze softens as he looks at her, but his mind drifts for a moment to the information he learned. He remembers the bits and pieces of what happened to Ishani-he doesn't know the full story, but he knows enough now to feel his blood boil at the thought of the cruelty she endured. It enrages him that someone could hurt her like that. He forces his emotions down as he responds to her.

ML:-Rudra Rajvanshi

Smiling softly): "You're a doctor. A remarkable one at that. That's more than enough to be beside me." (pauses, then speaks with a hint of intensity in his voice) "And don't worry, you're not just some 'regular person' in my eyes."

Ishani's heart skips a beat as Rudra's words echo in her mind: "You're not just some regular person in my eyes." Her stomach flutters, and her heart races. She turns to look out the window, a shy smile never leaving her face.

For the first time, she feels secure, and her fear of going to Delhi also somehow fades. Slowly, she drifts off to sleep.

An hour passes, and the plane begins its descent. Slight turbulence shakes the cabin, waking Ishani. She opens her eyes groggily and notices Rudra watching her.

FL Ishani Maheshwari

(Sleepy smile) "So... I guess this is it. Finally, we have to change our routes." laughs softly, rubbing her eyes

ML:-Rudra Rajvanshi

(raising an eyebrow, teasing) "Change our routes? Who knows, Dr. Maheshwari... we might just end up meeting again sooner than you think.

FL Ishani Maheshwari

(chuckling) "You're quite optimistic, aren't you?"

ML:-Rudra Rajvanshi

(playfully) "It's not optimism, it's instinct. Let's just say... destiny seems to have a habit of bringing us together."

FL Ishani Maheshwari

(smile, thinking)I don't know but I think Deep down I also want this*.

FL Ishani Maheshwari

(glancing at him) "Well, Mr. Rudra, it's been an interesting flight. Thanks for the company

ML:-Rudra Rajvanshi

(flashing a warm smile) "The pleasure was all mine, Miss Ishani. Take care of yourself. And remember, you're stronger than you think.

As they gather their belongings, Rudra steps aside to let Ishani walk ahead.

Rudra stands by the exit of the plane, watching Ishani walk away. His warm smile slowly fades, replaced by a cold, determined expression.]

ML:-Rudra Rajvanshi

(to himself, voice low but firm) "Miss Ishani Maheshwari... we're going to meet again soon."

He takes a deep breath, his gaze steady as his thoughts deepen.

ML:-Rudra Rajvanshi

(whispering to himself, his tone soft but unwavering) "You are only mine baby girl."

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