"THE FORBIDDEN ESCAPE"

CHAPTER XLVI

PLOT STORY:

The story revolves around Surya, a prince who is forced to marry a woman chosen by his family, but his heart belongs to Aashutosh, a commoner. As Surya and Aashutosh try to escape their fate, they are pursued by Rana Pratap and Nikolas, who will stop at nothing to keep them apart.

*Conflict:*

- Surya's internal conflict: Torn between his duty to his family and his love for Aashutosh

- External conflict: Rana Pratap and Nikolas's pursuit of Surya and Aashutosh

- Social conflict: The societal norms and expectations that forbid same-sex relationships

*Climax:*

Surya and Aashutosh's escape from the palace and their subsequent confrontation with Rana Pratap and Nikolas

*Twist:*

Doctor Prakash's disguise as a servant and his role in helping Surya and Aashutosh escape

*Themes:*

- Forbidden love

- Social norms and expectations

- Self-discovery and empowerment

*Character Arcs:*

- Surya: From a dutiful prince to a man who follows his heart

- Aashutosh: From a timid commoner to a confident partner

- Rana Pratap: From a controlling father to a ruthless pursuer

*Next Steps:*

- Surya and Aashutosh's journey to safety and freedom

- Rana Pratap and Nikolas's relentless pursuit

- The consequences of Surya's decision to defy his family and society

MAIN STORY:

Today was the day of Surya's wedding, but his heart was not in it. He had been dreading this day for what felt like an eternity. Rana Pratap had strictly instructed Surya not to leave the palace on his wedding day, but Surya's mind was elsewhere.

As he sat in his room, lost in thought, a servant entered with a masked face. "Your Highness, your Sherwani is ready. You can wear it for the wedding ceremony this evening," the servant said, his voice low and measured. But Surya was in no mood to listen. He was irritated by the mention of the wedding.

"Fine, just leave it there," Surya said, his voice laced with disdain. But the servant didn't budge. He stood there, frozen, as if waiting for something. Surya's eyes narrowed, his mind racing with suspicion. Who was this servant, and why was he acting so strangely?

Meanwhile, Rana Pratap was searching for Surya everywhere. He had come to his room, but Surya was nowhere to be found. Rana Pratap's voice echoed through the corridors as he called out to Surya, but there was no response.

A sense of unease settled over Rana Pratap as he realized that Surya might have done the unthinkable – run away from his own wedding. He quickly called Nikolas, his trusted advisor, and asked him to check if Aashutosh was in his room.

Nikolas's voice was calm as he replied, "Yes, I saw him about an hour ago. He was talking to a servant." But as soon as Nikolas hung up the phone, he realized that something was off. The servant Aashutosh was talking to was wearing the same watch that Surya always wore.

Nikolas's heart sank as he rushed to Aashutosh's room, but he was nowhere to be found. Nikolas's mind was racing with thoughts of where Surya and Aashutosh could be. He quickly called Rana Pratap and told him to meet him outside the Taj Palace with his guards.

"We need to find Surya and Aashutosh before it's too late," Nikolas said, his voice laced with urgency. The atmosphere was tense, the air thick with anticipation. What would happen next? Would Surya and Aashutosh be able to escape, or would they be caught and forced to face the consequences of their actions? Only time would tell.

As the black car sped down the highway, Aashutosh and Surya sat together in the front seats, their faces beaming with joy. Doctor Prakash sat in the backseat, a warm smile spreading across his face as he gazed at the two lovers. The atmosphere in the car was electric, filled with the excitement and anticipation of their newfound freedom.

As they drove, the scene flashed back to Surya's room, where he had been pacing back and forth, his mind racing with thoughts of escape. Suddenly, he had heard a knock at the door, and his heart had skipped a beat as he wondered who it could be. He cautiously opened the door, and his eyes widened in surprise as he saw Doctor Prakash standing before him, disguised as a servant.

Surya's eyes narrowed, his mind racing with suspicion. What was Doctor Prakash doing here? But as he looked into his eyes, he saw a glimmer of understanding, a sense of solidarity that made his heart skip a beat. Doctor Prakash smiled, his eyes crinkling at the corners. "I've come to help you, Surya," he said, his voice low and urgent. "I've brought a disguise for you. Put it on, and we'll get you out of here."

Surya's eyes widened as he took in the servant's uniform that Doctor Prakash held out to him. He quickly understood the plan, and his heart swelled with gratitude towards Doctor Prakash. He took the uniform, his hands shaking with excitement as he quickly changed into it. Doctor Prakash handed him a mask, which Surya quickly put on, his heart racing with anticipation.

As they made their way out of the palace, Surya's heart was filled with a sense of freedom, of escape. He knew that they still had a long way to go, but for now, he was just grateful to be alive, to be free. And as he looked over at Aashutosh, who was sitting beside him in the car, he knew that he would do anything to keep him safe, to keep him by his side.

The car sped on, carrying them away from the palace, away from the life that Surya had left behind. As they drove, the wind whipping through their hair, Surya felt a sense of joy, of liberation, that he had never felt before. He was finally free to be himself, to love who he wanted, without fear of reprisal or rejection. And as he looked over at Aashutosh, he knew that he would never let him go.

As Aashutosh and Surya's car continued on its journey, the tension in the air was palpable. Time seemed to be ticking away slowly, and the weight of their decision hung heavy over them. Meanwhile, Nikolas and Rana Pratap had arrived at Pratap's office, accompanied by their guards. Nikolas's eyes narrowed as he turned to Rana Pratap. "As long as we have Pratap here, Surya and Aashutosh won't be able to escape."

Nikolas's words were laced with a sinister intent, and Rana Pratap's eyes gleamed with a ruthless light. Together, they dragged Pratap to Tales Palace, where Radhika, Pratap's wife, was waiting. Nikolas's voice was cold and calculating as he turned to Radhika. "If you want to save your husband's life, call Aashutosh. I know he has a new number, and I'm sure you'll be able to get in touch with him."

Pratap's eyes widened in horror as he realized what Nikolas was planning. "Radhika, don't do it!" he begged, but Nikolas's response was brutal. He slammed his fist into Pratap's head, and the older man crumpled to the ground, blood pouring from his wound. Radhika's eyes were wide with fear as she quickly dialed Aashutosh's number, her voice trembling as she explained the situation to him.

Aashutosh's face went white as he listened to Radhika's words. He felt a wave of panic wash over him, and his mind racing with thoughts of what they should do next. Surya's hand on his arm brought him back to reality. "We've made the same mistake again," Surya said, his voice low and urgent.

Aashutosh nodded, his eyes locked on Surya's. "We should have taken care of Pratap first," he said, his voice laced with regret. Surya's face set in a determined expression as he turned the car around, heading back towards Taj Palace. He quickly dropped off Doctor Prakash, ensuring that he was safe and out of harm's way.

As they drove, Surya's mind flashed back to the day when he had sent Aashutosh to the bus station, while he himself had gone to the hospital to confront Pratap. He had been so blinded by his desire to protect Aashutosh that he had forgotten about the danger that Pratap posed. Now, they were paying the price for their mistake. But Surya was determined to make it right. He would do whatever it took to keep Aashutosh safe, even if it meant facing Rana Pratap and Nikolas once again.

To be continue...