"Who Rules the World:The Mortal Universe"


Chapter 28:The Past(continued)...


Raksha, who was slightly relaxed after the hectic schedule, jumped onto the bed with her phone in hand, "Finally, today's work is done."

She leisurely flipped the pages one after another.

But one red-line statement caught her attention.

The new head of the Srivastav family, Pradyuman Srivastav.

Is this the beginning of the new era?

Raksha muttered, "It seems like the Srivatsav family has chosen the new head."

Her eyes remained open when she saw the photo.

"He...he is the head of the Srivatsav Family?" Raksha stood up in a shock.

Isn't he the same person who visited our company several times?

Is he the head of the Srivastav family?

Oh my goodness!

She held her phone and ran toward the boss cabin.

Shiva Narang and his daughter were once again busy with some documents.

Raksha didn't even knock on the door and rushed in.

Shiva Narang and his daughter were surprised, "Take it easy Raksha, what happened? Why are you so anxious like this?"

Raksha took a deep breath and said, "I didn't know about him; I am sorry, boss."

The daughter asked, "What happened? What's the matter?"

Raksha showed her phone to them.

Shiva Narang saw her daughter's eyes glowing once again.

He smiled and said, "What's this about the photo? He is the new head of the Srivatsav family, Mr. Pradyuman Srivatsav."

The daughter asked, "Why are you asking for an apology now?"

Raksha quickly said, "Sir, it was him who visited our company multiple times."

Shiva Narang and his daughter stood up in shock, "What? Say that again?"

Raskha said, "Sir, I didn't know he was actually the head of the Srivastav family."

Shiva Narang said, "It's not your fault. It's our fault that we didn't think about the person. Tell me what exactly happened?"

Raksha said, "Sir, first day he waited for two long hours but he didn't get angry at us. He politely asked for another meeting, but I forgot to tell him that you would call him after once the meeting was over. So he came the very next day. He once again waited for three long hours, but in the end I told him that you would call him personally. He once again happily left. And today..." she said everything in one breath.

Shiva Narang and his daughter were really shocked.

They never thought the head of the Srivastav family would come in person.

They never thought he would wait for this long.

He didn't get angry, but instead politely asked for another chance... and in the end, he went to learn some new skills.

What a great person he is!

Shiva Narang was impressed by his attitude.

He had never seen anyone like himself from among the great families.

He wouldn't be this polite if this happened to him.

Shiva Narang felt guilty, extremely guilty when Raksha told him about the long delay.

"Lets go daughter, we already made wait him for so long. This was purely our mistake", Shiva Narang said.

"Yes, father," she nodded and went behind him.


They quickly appeared near the entrance but saw Pradyuman Srivatsav standing in the arena.

Shiva Narang said with a smile, "Let's watch the fight."

His daughter nodded with a smile...

Shiva Narang glanced at her and saw his daughter was excited and a little nervous at the same time.

He laughed, "The current generation is very interesting."

Pradyuman stood with a smile on his face.

A student from the first level asked, "May I ask your name?"

Pradyuman smiled, "Pradyuman, and yours?"

The student replied, "Call me Small Fighter."

Pradyuman smiled, "ha ha, it seems like a nickname. Shall we begin?"

The student nodded.

The fight soon began.

Pradyuman didn't use his full strength all at once; instead, he tested the small fighter's strength.

He was little stunned to see that this first-level fighter is actually in the seventh realm of the first combat category.

"God's Art of War is truly amazing," Pradyuman smiled as he countered his opponent's fists and legs.

The Small Fighters were very quick and their attacks were sharp.

His aura is relatively strong.

Pradyuman saw the small fighter was slightly exhausted.

So he started to counterattack.

After few seconds, he saw small flow in his defense.

Pradyuman controlled his fist (which was seen by all), and landed a punch on his chest.

The small fighter pushed back and felt the sharp pain in his body.

The match referee shouted, "You lost, come back"

Small fighter arched his palm and smiled as he said, "You are really strong."

"Just lucky. Hope we meet again", Pradyuman greeted him back.

The next fight is about to commence.

A second-level warrior named Shadow appeared in front of Pradyuman.

Pradyuman and Shadow greeted each other and began fighting.

Pradyuman sensed the change in energy fluctuations.

This fighter is at the peak of the First-Level Fighting Category.

But All saw Pradyuman is steady, composed and strong.

He countered each attacks of the Shadow.

The battle lasted for twenty minutes.

Using his hidden trick, Shadow disappeared.

Pradyuman glanced around and smiled a little.

SWOOSH!

A sudden gust of wind blew across his body.

The shadow that had been rushing towards him from his left flew out and landed on the ground.

His lips are bleeding a little, he says, "I lost."

There was shock and admiration in his eyes.

Pradyuman quickly apologized, "I didn't intend to injure you."

I am fine, after all it's just a fight. You didn't do anything wrong," Shadow said and returned to his seat.

Pradyuman initially wanted to stop the fight, but in the end, his mind was filled with something else.

Yes, if he demonstrates his true strength, the chances of cooperation will be higher.

Therefore, I must win as many matches as possible.

He thought and decided to fight until possible.

He doesn't know about their strength; he can only hope to do his best.

The third fight against the third-level fighter started.

His name was Walls Breaker.

His name, like him, is very famous for destroying stones, walls, and statues.

Pradyuman nodded and began the fight.

This time he was a little more serious.

The fighter has already taken half step into the second fighting category.

Pradyuman initiates his attack this time.

The Wall Breaker's breaking fist surprisingly didn't give him any advantage over Pradyuman.

Pradyuman controlled his fist again and defeated the wall breaker.

The fourth one, fifth one, sixth one...

All the fourteen lower-level fighters were defeated by Pradyuman.

All the Elders were shocked by witnessing his prowess.

Shiva Narang was also surprised by the strength of Pradyuman Srivastava.

His daughter's eyes were sparkling with excitement and happiness.

She was blushing repeatedly when she saw his gentle and handsome face.

A fifteen-year-old fighter jumped into the ring.

The old man said, "Young man, you are really strong. Don't feel ashamed to fight with me."

Pradyuman smiled and asked, "Not at all, may I ask who this excellency is?"

The young fighter said, "My name is Divine Soldier; I am one of the top five warriors in this battle hall."

"Oh! I am very honored to meet the Divine Soldier," Pradyuman politely said.

The young fighter asked, "I wonder, where do you come from?"

Pradyuman smiled, "I am from the Srivastav family."

When the elders heard that he was from the Srivastav family, their eyes trembled greatly.

Suddenly, one divine figure appeared in their minds.

"Isn't he the Head of the Srivastav Family, Pradyuman Srivastav?", all of them looked at each other and finally their eyes fell on Shiva Narang.

Shiva Narang nodded with a smile.

The Elders stood up in shock, "He actually came in person to learn our skills?"

So far, no other heads or elders from the other great families have appeared here.

Because of their sensitive status and dignity, they never appeared in public.

But this newly appointed head of the Srivastav family had come in a very low-key manner.

What kind of person is he?

The Divine Soldier smiled, "Oh... that's how it is. I initially thought no one was strong enough to defeat my friends."

Pradyuman smiled, "Like I said, I'm just lucky."

Let's begin," the Divine Soldier smiled and moved.

Pradyuman also moved.

Divine Soldier is in the third fighting category.

He is in the Vajra Territory on the third level.

There is a mark of Vajra on his right fist.

Pradyuman always had his gentle smile and calm attitude on his face.

He countered each of his moves.

The Divine Fighters and others were surprised by the strength of this young man.

"The Divine Vajra Fury!" shouted the Divine Soldiers.

The Vajra mark shone like a star.

His speed increased tremendously.

Several phantoms appeared with him due to his top speed.

Pradyuman stood there with the same gentle smile on his face.

He raised his right fist and smashed it into his palm in a controlled manner.

The Divine Soldier flew out with a BANG!

He knew Pradyuman controlled his energy or else he would have been dead by now.

Who are you? You are not an ordinary warrior from the Srivastav family; you actually defeated me without using your real strength," the Divine Soldier exclaimed in astonishment.

Sixteen fighters were about to step up when a majestic voice was heard from the entrance.

"Stop, you aren't his match."

They all looked at the entrance in shock.

The Head of the Narang Kingdom, Shiva Narang.

Pradyuman was shocked to see Shiva Narang there.

His eyes met the beautiful eyes of that girl; "Isn't she the same girl from before?"

He mumbled and kept looking at her over and over.

"Welcome Master, Welcome Young Miss," they all shouted and greeted them.

Pradyuman was shocked.

Shiva Narang was the master of this battle hall.

He heard that the master of the Battle Hall is the chairman of the God's Art of War.

That means this company belongs to the Beast?

Moreover, she is the young miss? The daughter of Shiva Narang?

Pradyuman emerged from the trance and stepped forward.

It's a pleasure to meet you once again," Pradyuman politely said and extended his hand.

All except for elders shocked and surprised to hear that.

Did he actually know about Shiva Narang?

Shiva Narang laughed and shook his hand, "Pleasure to meet you too, Mr Pradyuman Srivastav, the Head of the Srivastav Family."

BOOM!

All students and fighters felt as if they had been struck by lightning from the sky.

This young man in his early twenties is actually the head of the Srivastav family?

No wonder he is so calm and unruffled until the end.

The sixteenth fighter wiped the sweat from his brow and admitted that he was no match for him.

The Head of the Srivastav Family!

This word reverberated within their minds over and over.

Pradyuman smiled, "I never thought God's Art of War actually belongs to you, Master. It's my pleasure to meet you like this."

Shiva Narang smiled, "Ha ha nothing special to talk about this. By the way, these are the Elders from my family, Elder Masters, this is the Head of the Srivastav Family."

"Elders," Pradyuman greeted them again.

All of them quickly arched their hands and respectfully said, "Master Srivastav, you are very humble. It's our pleasure to meet you here like this."

Why not? The True Legendary Vajra had told them about the weapon of the Srivatsav family.

It's none other than one of the shadows of the True Legendary Trident, The Divine Trident!

The Divine Fist Technique is one of the deadliest divine techniques in the world.

They also knew that Pradyuman Srivastav had mastered this technique already and had the direct blessings of the Divine Trident.

Pradyuman smiled and nodded.

"Mr Pradyuman Srivastav", Shiva Narang smiled.

Pradyuman quickly said, "Master Narang, you are like my elder. So just call me by my name."

Shiva Narang smiled, "Okay, I won't be polite with you then, Pradyuman. Let's go to my chamber."

Pradyuman nodded and his eyes glanced at the girl again and again, which was noticed by Shiva Narang.

He smiled and went with his daughter.

She felt butterflies fluttering inside her body when she saw Pradyuman walking close to her.

She controlled her new feelings and walked behind her father.

Shiva Narang smiled and said, "Please sit down."

"Thank you, Master Narang," Pradyuman smiled and sat down.

By the way, it's time to reveal her name," said Shiva Narang as he smiled and glanced at his daughter.

Pradyuman was waiting for this moment, "Yes, please."

Shiva Narang said with a smile, "She is my daughter. The princess of the Narang family, Gouri Narang."

Pradyuman was shocked when she removed her mask.

She is so cute and very beautiful.

He was lost in her beauty and her gaze.

"Hello," she smiled and extended her hand forward.

Pradyuman snapped out of his thoughts and extended his hand, "Nice to meet you, Princess."

Gouri blushed a little when she heard the word "princess" come from his mouth.

Pradyuman and Gouri shook hands and quickly retracted, as both of them felt something new in their hearts.

Soon, the tea and snacks were served.

I hope you don't mind, Pradyuman. You have to take this tea as a welcome drink, and we will dine together after the meeting," Shiva Narang said with a smile.

"My pleasure.", Pradyuman nodded.

They enjoyed each other's company over tea.

Shiva Narang asked, "I wonder what kind of help I can give the Srivastav family?"

Pradyuman felt a little nervous on the inside.

He is dealing with this for the first time.

He inhaled deeply.

Shiva Narang smiled, "Take it easy young Lord.. It's okay.. "

Pradyuman nodded, "Master, it's actually like this. I want my family to rise from the bottom of this society. So I need your help in this mission."

Shiva Narang took a deep breath and said, "Pradyuman, it's not that I don't have any faith in you, but this task is not as easy as you think."

Pradyuman nodded, "I know master, but it is not impossible right? I can swear on my family that I will bring back the glory of the Srivatsav Family in five years."

Shiva Narang smiled, "Pradyuman, you also know the truth, these kinds of promises sound good but are very hard to implement. I hope you know the situation of your family. Forgive me if I am being rude, but Pradyuman, I can't help you in this."

From the beginning to the end, Pradyuman had his gentle smile on his face which surprised Shiva Narang very much.

Even after being rejected by him, there was no change in his facial expression, and he felt deep within his heart that he was very strong.

No problem, Mr. Narang. It seems like I wasn't sincere enough. He laughed a little and stood up, saying, "I hope we will meet again."

Shiva Narang said in surprise, "Are you not satisfied with my answer?"

Pradyuman smiled, "No Mr. Narang, I am not angry. You can ask my brother. We have already discussed this matter between ourselves. My hopes are not very high, so it's already in my mind. I will take my leave. I hope one day I will become worthy in your eyes, and thank you for the company, Miss Gouri."

He politely excused himself and left.

Shiva Narang glanced over his shoulder and sighed, "This mission is too tough."

The teacup banged against the table with force.

Shiva Narang saw anger in her daughter's heart as well as on her face.

"Father, don't you think you are being rude?" Gouri said and left the room.

Shiva Narang sat there with a helpless look on his face and said, "I just rejected his business proposal; was it that wrong?"

Pradyuman walked out but was stopped by one who shouted, "Mr Srivatsav!"

He stopped and felt nervous upon seeing Gouri Narang alone.

"Miss, why are you here?" he asked with some hesitation, unsure of what to say to her.

Gouri slowly said, "I don't know why my father acted so rude to you, but I am apologizing to you on his behalf."

"Haan?", Pradyuman was stunned and failed to utter any words.

By the way, why can't we become friends?, she forwarded her hand with a cute smile on her face.

Pradyuman was lost in her smile and subconsciously mumbled, "Your smile is so cute."

Gouri heard that and blushed a little.

Pradyuman quickly came out of the trance and shook hands with her, "I am okay with it, Ms. Gouri."

See, we are friends now, so from now on there is nothing special between us. I am not the Princess Gouri for you, and you are not the Head of the Srivastav Family for me...I am Gouri, and you are Pradyuman - that's it, okay?" Gouri said with a smile.

Pradyuman smiled and nodded.

They were still shaking hands with each other while their eyes and hearts exchanged so many things in secret.

Pradyum took a deep breath and said while holding her hand, "Why can't we dine somewhere outside? If you don't mind, I can take you to my family."

Gouri Narang raised her eyebrows and then laughed, "You are still hesitant about your friend, there is no need for it. Okay, let's go but there is one small request."

Pradyuman smiled, "I never reveal your secrets to anyone, not even to my own brother," he smiled and pulled her towards his car.

Gouri Narang followed him, her eyes glued to their interlocked hands.

Both of them felt extremely happy when they looked at their hands.

Until they reached the Srivastav family, their hands were tightly clenched.

All looked at Gouri in shock and surprise.

They were wondering who this girl might be.

Pradyuman was still holding her hand as they entered into his house.

All the elders and Siddart were shocked , "Who is she?"

They glanced at each other and shook their heads in the end.

The elders secretly glanced at each other; they knew who she was.

Pradyuman smiled and said, "Brother, this is my new friend, Gouri."

Sidrat smiled and glanced at their hands.

Pradyuman and Gouri just now realized that they were still holding hands.

They smiled and released their hold.

Gouri smiled, "I have heard a lot about you, Master Siddharth."

Sidrat smiled, "What's your name? Don't get me wrong, this is the first time I have seen you in my life."

Gouri smiled, "He already told my name, Gouri"

Siddart smiled, "Just kidding, please come in".

All the elders greeted her with respect because she was a friend of the head of the family.

She politely greeted them back, "I have seen the Elder Masters."

They all smiled and nodded back.

Siddharth smiled, "Pradyu, take her inside and have dinner together. We have already done."

Pradyuman nodded, "Okay Brother, Gouri please come inside."

Gouri nodded and extended her hand.

Pradyuman, with a smile, held her hand tightly and entered inside.

No one can say that they met just today.

They were so close to each other on the same day, which was quite unbelievable.

Siddart slowly said, "I don't think she is any ordinary girl"

One of the Elders whispered, "I know who she is."

Sidda raised his eyebrows, "You knew?"

That elder glanced at each other and shispered, "It is a top secret. No other great families knew about this matter"

Siddart asked, "Then how did you know about her?"

The elder smiled, "Because it was our family weapon told us about this girl"

"The Lord !", Siddart surprised.

The Elder nodded, "I hope the Elder Prince never leaks this secret out."

Siddart nodded.

The elder whispered, "She is the only princess of the Narang family."

Siddart was stunned for real, "The Narang?"

All nodded.

Siddaar looked at her, "She is from the Narang family, I can't believe it."

The elder said, "It seems they've fallen in love with each other. I wonder how so much has happened between them in just one day."

Siddharth asked, "Elder Master, is this a good sign? I know my brother is not a rash person. But this matter involves the biggest kingdom in our nation."

The Elder said, "I hope the Elder Prince won't take it to heart; I have one suggestion."

"Please", Siddart nodded.

"Let them deal with each other, no matter what", he said.

Okay, I think it's also the only option," Siddarth took a deep breath and said.


Gouri Narang looked around and saw many gods statues all around the hall.

Just like her family, there was a separate temple for their family's weapons.

Little far from her, The Divine Trident standing in the sky with its divine aura.

"Come, I will take you to my Lord," Pradyuman said as he gently pulled her towards the weapon.

"Lord, I want to introduce you all the future Empress of my Kingdom, Gouri Narang"

Huh?

Gouri was stunned.

He directly introduced her as his future wife and also as the Empress of his family.

"God bless you both," said The Divine Trident.

Pradyuman then took her to the beautiful lake behind their family home.

She exclaimed, "It's so beautiful."

Pradyuman said with a smile, "I want to talk to you."

Gouri Narang slowly nodded, but still she didn't take back her hand.

Pradyuman said with a smile, "I want to marry you."

Gouri Narang looked at him in surprise.

Pradyuman was relived to see her excited eyes but he had never seen her rejection in her eyes.

He said, "I know we just met this morning. But the moment I saw you, I fell in love with you. However, I must admit, I didn't know you were the princess of the Narang Kingdom. I thought you were important to the Narang family, so please don't misunderstand me."

Gouri Narang smiled, "If I feel wrong, then I would have already left your hand by now."

Pradyuman smiled and nodded, "That's true."

Gouri Narang asked, "What are your future plans?"

Pradyuman helped her to sit down on the bank.

Slightly leaning on his shoulder, she said, "I want to be your strength. I want our family to rise to the top of this nation. You can see my love for you. I am sure it's not just any attraction, but love. I have fallen in love with your humility and attitude; please take care of me forever."

Pradyuman hugged her sideways and nodded, "No one ever thought we would fall in love with each other in just one day."

Gouri smiled back in return.

Pradyuman said, "I have a plan B."

Gouri Narang nodded as they completed the hug.

I want to introduce our lost glory, that is our medical talent. My second uncle was the divine doctor of the world and I learned so much from him. So, I have planned to introduce the new methods and medicines to this nation, which not only help us to rise to the top but also help the people to improve their health.

Gouri Narang nodded, "That's a fabulous idea, but we must be aware of the challenges that lie ahead of us, especially from my kingdom."

Pradyuman nodded, "I know, the biggest challenge for us is your family only. The giant who is ruling the entire nation like an invincible King."

Gouri laughed, "My father will kill both of us if he finds out what we're planning."

"Ha, I already know what's on your mind," said a majestic voice suddenly.

Pradyuman and Gouri stood up in shock.

They didn't leave each other's hands.

Shiva Narang stood in front of them with his tough look, "Seems like two lovebirds are chatting with each other forgetting the whole world and even their dinner".

Pradyuman and Gouri smiled a little, but their hearts were already in chaos.

Father, it's not his fault. I am the one who suggested him to do this," Gouri quickly said.

Don't you think you are being too childish, daughter? I know everything about you. But leave it, Pradyuman; your Lord has already passed the message," Shiva Narang said with a smile.

Pradyuman was surprised and blinked his eyes.

Shiva Narang said, "You have two years. During this time, you must prove yourself. If you fail to achieve your goal, then you must leave my daughter forever."

He then disappeared.

"Two years? But I am planning to succeed in five years," Pradyuman took a deep breath.

Gouri held his shoulder and smiled, "I am here for you always; don't worry, we will only achieve success, not failure."

Pradyuman smiled, "I hope so."

She smiled and pulled him toward her.

Their first hug.

They both enjoyed their first hug near that beautiful place.


Continued.


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