Suvarana The Saga: Episode - 26

The Memory and Vow of the Previous Birth

Read Episode: 25 hear.

In the previous episode:

On the serene banks of the Sobti River, Suvarna and Kusuma were in solitude. Kusuma’s affectionate insistence and unwavering faith finally opened the doors of the princess's heart. Suvarna decided to reveal the secret that she had kept treasured deep within herself for years....

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​Lightening the burden of her heart, the princess began to say, "I am trusting you today, Kusuma! In reality, this secret is related to my previous birth."

​Kumar, disguised as Kusuma, began to listen with absolute concentration. The princess continued, "On the night of my seventeenth birthday, I became aware of my past life in a dream. In my previous birth, I was a female sparrow and lived happily on a tree with my beloved male sparrow. We were very happy in our world, but then one day..." (The complete account of the agony of separation; if readers have forgotten, they may read the first part of Princess Suvarna).

Completing the story, the princess said with tearful eyes, "That is all, Kusuma. When my sleep was broken, I experienced a strange transformation within myself. My soul no longer wished to see this world again. I only want to see this world with that very lord of my previous birth. But how could I explain this truth to anyone? It is because of this that all this happened, and I tied a blindfold over my eyes." Saying this, the princess fell silent. (For a re-reading of the maiden's dreams and the account of the blindfolding — Episode: 14)

Meanwhile, the state of Kumar, disguised as Kusuma, was beyond words. Those blurred images that he often saw in his dreams began to flash across his mind—he always saw that pair of sparrows, one of whom would fall prey to fire, and seeing that sight, Kumar would wake up in a state of terrible confusion. Kumar kept gazing at the princess with wonder and compassion, his eyes filling with tears. He felt a vivid realization that they both were indeed the separated birds of that lifetime.

​When Kusuma did not speak for a long time, the princess interrupted, "Kusuma! What happened? Why don't you say something?"

​Kusuma said in a choked voice, "What can I say, Kumari ji! Your story has deeply touched my heart. My only prayer to God is that you are reunited with the husband of your previous birth very soon."

​The princess took a cold sigh, "If only it were so! Who knows where he might be, and whether he even remembers all this or not."

Kumari fell silent again. After a brief period of silence, composed, Kusuma said, "Kumari ji, the love that can make you feel your own existence will surely bring the husband of your previous birth close to you as well. But friend! If the husband of your previous birth meets you, how will you recognize him? And how will he prove that he indeed is the husband of your previous birth? Just thinking about how you and he will meet again leaves me confused."

​The princess said, "This confusion is within me too, Kusuma! I do not know how all this will be possible. But I have complete faith that it will definitely happen. My pure heart consoles me that the love of our previous birth is not dead, and just as my heart is waiting, someone's heart must surely be searching for me. And sometimes I feel that the time will come very soon when I will see the world again with my husband. And yes, with you too." Saying this, the princess laughed softly.

​Kumar, disguised as Kusuma, was looking at her without blinking, and a smile naturally appeared on his face as well. For the princess's reassurance, whoever stayed with her usually had to hold her hand, and at this moment, they were effortlessly sitting holding each other's hand.

​After a few moments, seeing the darkness spreading, Kumar, disguised as Kusuma, took a deep breath and spoke softly, "Kumari ji, it is getting dark; we should now head towards the palace. Everyone must be waiting for us."

​The princess also stood up and, while still holding Kusuma's hand, said, "Let's go, friend! But remember your promise."

Kusuma repeated with that same mysterious determination, "Certainly, Kumari ji! 'Kusuma' will never break her promise."

​Thereafter, holding Kusuma's hand, the princess walked back towards the palace. Upon returning to the palace, when the princess was surrounded by her other friends, Kumar, disguised as Kusuma, took her permission and retired to his designated room. Reaching there, Kumar remained entangled in a conflict of thoughts for a long time.

​Knowing that his connection with the princess belonged not to this birth but to a previous one, a supreme joy was flowing through Kumar's heart. When he searched his inner soul, he realized that, even if unknowingly, he too had begun to harbor affection for the princess. Now, the burning question was: what should be done so that he could obtain the lifelong companionship of the princess? He wished to marry the princess, but how could he make her ready for it? The princess had an unyielding vow that she would accept only the lord of her previous birth, and for this, Kumar had to prove himself to be that 'Gaura'. Ultimately, after deep contemplation, he decided to meet Dhruvdev tonight.

​Passing the rest of the day somehow, in the darkness of the night, Kumar disguised himself as a palace guard and, evading everyone's sight, met Dhruvdev at the designated spot. Dhruvdev was extremely delighted to see Kumar safe. The two friends embraced each other and sat down to converse.

​Dhruvdev sensed Kumar's unusual silence and said, "What is the matter, friend? You seem somewhat worried. Has any special event occurred?"

Kumar said in a serious tone, "Yes, friend! I have come to know the secret of the blindfold on the princess's eyes."

​Hearing this, Dhruvdev's face lit up, "Wonderful! This is a matter of great joy. Ultimately, you succeeded! But why are you so serious? May I know what that secret is?"

​Kumar had absolute trust in Dhruvdev, hence he narrated the entire account in brief. Dhruvdev spoke with wonder, "But Kumar! By telling all this to me, have you not broken the promise you gave to the princess?"

​A clever smile emerged on Kumar's lips, and he said, "Friend! You did not pay attention to my words. While giving the promise, I had said— 'Kusuma promises you, Kumari ji, that Kusuma will never reveal your secret to anyone.' Understood?"

​'To be continued'

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​In the next episode:

Prince Vikramaditya, with his cleverness, maintained the sanctity of his promise and also shared the secret. But now the biggest challenge remains—how will he prove himself to be that very 'Gaura' of Suvarna's previous birth? Does Dhruvdev have any plan that can reunite these two lovers separated across two births?

Read Episode: 27 hear.

​✍️ From the pen of ‘Nishabd’..🥀

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