With trembling hands, Shama approached the injured girl. Her priority was to save her life, regardless of what had transpired.
Shama was wearing a voluminous gown from which she ripped off a large piece of fabric and carefully removed the knife from the girl's stomach. Blood gushed out like a river. Shama quickly scanned the area for water. Fortunately, there was a large fountain in the center of the hall. She washed the wound and covered it with the piece of cloth she had torn from her gown, trying to suppress the flow of blood.
"Why do I feel like I've seen her before? Her golden hair and exquisite lips resemble someone. Where have I seen her?"
Shama muttered as she bandaged the girl's wound.
Just then the door slammed open, and a young man entered. Shama couldn't help but stare at him. He was breathtakingly handsome, with piercing red eyes, a cold and fair face, and a beautifully sculpted nose. His rosy lips trembled as he saw the girl lying on the ground.
He wore an elegant robe and a crown, his lush hair cascading over his shoulders. He looked like a prince out of a fairy tale. Anyone who saw him would be instantly smitten. Shama was no exception.
"He looks like Rehan, the main lead of the comic,"
She thought, her heart pounding in her chest.
"But this is not the time to be staring at a boy,"
She scolded herself. "I need to tell him about this girl. Maybe he can take her to the hospital."
Shama turned to the boy, her eyes filled with concern.
Before Shama could utter a word, a thunderous voice boomed in her ears:
"Naina!"
The man sprinted towards the unconscious girl lying on the ground, shoving Shama aside with such force that she plummeted onto her elbows, narrowly avoiding hitting her face.
"Naina?"
Shama thought while rubbing her elbows to soothe the pain.
"She's the female protagonist of the story 'Mystical World of Mystical Creatures.' Is this a coincidence? Because they bear a striking resemblance."
Shama opened her mouth to speak, but the man's fiery glare silenced her. He opened his mouth, revealing a pair of fangs. His crimson eyes glared at Shama fiercely, shocking her to the core.
"He...He's a vampire? Where am I? What is this place?"
Shama thought, too terrified to utter a word.
The man cradled the unconsious girl in his arms as his guards rushed into the room.
"Kill her. I want to see her lifeless body in my palace"
He commanded, looking at Shama. He picked the unconsious girl in his arms, walking towards the door.
Shama's body trembled with fear as she watched the man leave. His words echoed in her mind, "Kill her."
Why? She hadn't done anything.
Another young man stepped forward from the group of guards standing before her. He looked different from the others, with a charming and gentle demeanor.
He smiled at her and said,
"Shanaya, did you think you could harm Rehan's loved ones and get away with it? For so long, you played dirty tricks on him to get his attention, even harming Naina countless times. But he forgave you for the sake of the childhood friendship. But you?"
He scoffed, looking at her with pure hatred in his eyes.
"You never understood. How pathetic."
His voice was laced with disgust.
"But now, when you've crossed every boundation and limit, I must make sure that you reap what you've sown."
A saddistic smile spread on his lips, and an evil intent flashed in his eyes. He drew his sword.
"It's the end of your games Shanaya"
Shama stared at him in terror. He looked gentle, but she could sense the danger in his eyes.
"Naina? Rehan? And he just called me Shanaya? These are all characters from the comic. Where am I? Am I in the comic bok? What bullshit? But there's no other explanation which I can make out from this situation and also they all look too similar to the characters."
Collecting all the strength within her Shama spoke,
"Wh-what's your name?"
Listening to her sentence, the man narrowed his eyes, giving her a skeptical look.
"Pufft... Have you forgotten my name now?"
He said, suddenly breaking out into a laughter, tears threatening to make it's way out of his eyes. He snapped his gaze towards her while his jaw tightened in anger.
"Are you going to play amnesia now? Do you think it will save you?"
His voice went an octave lower as he looked at her with predatory eyes.
"Don't you dare play your dirty tricks on me, Ms. Shanaya. I'm not Rehan."
The calmness in his voice sent chills down Shama's spine. Her skin breaking out in goosebumps. She couldn't believe that she was in a comic and that too as SHANAYA. She was totally fucked up. Only some miracle could save her now.
Shama couldn't comprehend what was happening. Her life was in danger, she was trapped in a novel, and she was the antagonist. Life was definitely laughing at her. "Please believe me when I say I didn't kill Naina. I really didn't. Please let me live," Shama pleaded, weeping. He stared at her trembling body, her innocent face belying her words. He frowned, confused. He placed his chin in his palm as he tilted his head while looking at shama. A wicked grin spread on his face. "Fine, I'll let you live. Run far away from here. Don't let me catch you, else you're dead." He stepped aside, clearing the path for her to leave the room. Shama was shocked. She didn't question why he was letting her go, but she knew she had to flee immediately. She darted past him and the guards, disappearing from sight in seconds. The man's predatory eyes carefully examning her every move. "So naive" . . . Shama found herself in a vast forest in the outskirts of the palace. She didn't think twice befor
Shama slipped on the garment and admired her reflection in the mirror. The gown she wore was of the finest silk, the color of a summer sky. The bodice was fitted and embroidered with gold thread, and the skirt fell in soft folds to the floor. Her luminous eyes sparkled like stars, and her long lashes fluttered with every blink. Her delicate nose was as red as a cherry, and her lips were painted a delicate shade of red. Her cheeks glowed with a rosy hue, and her long, dark hair cascaded down her back in waves. "Oh my gosh, I look so beautiful," Shama exclaimed, praising her own reflection. Shama walked to the balcony and opened the door. The cool breeze caressed her skin, relaxing her mind and soothing her heart, making her forget about everything that had happened in the past few hours. The lush green grass of the garden below swayed in the breeze. Beautiful butterflies and tiny bees flitted from flower to flower. Tall trees provided shade for the animals resting beneath them. Sha
Shama alighted from her carriage and walked towards the royal palace.The royal palace was a sight to behold. Towering spires pierced the azure sky, their golden tips gleaming in the sunlight. The white marble walls were adorned with intricate carvings, depicting scenes of myth and legend. A grand fountain graced the courtyard, its waters cascading into a pool of shimmering lapis lazuli. The maids and servants working in the garden paused to stare at her for a moment, then resumed their tasks.Shama startled."Can't they see their princess standing right in front of them?" she muttered a little embarassed."I've returned after so long. They should show their concern towards me like, 'Oh, my princess, are you alright? Where have you been all this time?' Or atleast show me some respect?"Perhaps they simply hadn't noticed her."Ahem, ahem."She coughed loudly to get their attention. Again, the servants looked at her briefly, then went back to work. Crying internally and cursing her sick
No person is born evil. It is time and circumstance that can corrupt a soul, and Shanaya is a living testament to this truth.In this world, six powerful vampire clans ruled the world in harmony with humans. Shanaya, born into royalty as princess of the most powerful clan, possessed the power of both destruction and creation.She blossomed into a beautiful and charming girl, her life filled with joy. Her brother, Raghav, was her protector, and her parents indulged her every desire. She was showered with love and care.But this bliss was fleeting. At the age of eight, her parents were framed as traitors to the vampire clan and murdered before her very eyes. Her father's brother orchestrated the plot to seize the throne.Shanaya was traumatized by this event. Her brother was the only one she had left. He kept her safe and raised her under his watchful eye, managing to retain control of the family's name and the royal palace. He adored her.Because of the unfortunate event, everyone outsi
Shama walked towards the hall, wondering if everyone would be there and if they would ignore her command again. She doubted it, though; she had already threatened them with their jobs. She reached the hall and felt a little better to see everyone gathered. They were all chatting with each other, not noticing her arrival. "Why has the princess summoned us here?" One servant scratched his head in puzzlement. "She must have another scheme to trap his majesty. What else do you think could be the reason" Another servant replied in a haughty tone. "Surely, she must be thinking of seeking our assistance." Another maid joined the conversation. An elderly maid stepped forward and sighed. "Alas, when will our princess learn her responsibilities? She holds such a prestigious position, yet she continues to frivolously associate with other men. It is simply unacceptable." Shama's fists clenched, her body trembling with fury. She took a deep breath, her lungs burning with the effort to calm
Shama stood up and said, "Be quite, please. I have one thing to make clear to all of you: I have no romantic relationship with Prince Rehan. I know that in the past, I used to pursue him, but I have realized that this was foolish. Naina is like my sister, and I regret harming her in the past. I have repented for all the wrong I have done to you all. But, I am going to start a new life as a responsible princess who will help my people prosper. I hope that you all understand and support me in this."She spoke confidently and assertively."Let's leave the past and create a beautiful future together. After all we are one family."All of the servants looked at her in awe. She stood before them like a goddess, her eyes holding determination and power. Everyone was shocked to see such a drastic change in her."Our princess has grown up," one of them said, wiping away her tears."This is all a bit dramatic, I think," Shanaya thought to herself, observing their expressions.Everyone bowed down
Shama prepared for the ball. The carriage was loaded with gifts, and she donned a regal gown. Maids applied light makeup to her face and braided her hair. As she arrived at the ball, the butler extended his hands to help her disembark. She stepped out of the carriage gracefully and walked towards the entrance."Her Highness, Princess Shanaya, is entering the royal ball. We all humbly pay our respects and welcome her."The gatekeepers announced in a loud voice, bowing to her. Shama entered the gate, and all eyes were drawn to her.The beautiful pearls on her gown glistened, and the diamond set she wore perfectly complemented her outfit. The royal blue color of the gown exuded her royalty and elegance. A sparkling bracelet adorned her wrist, and a blue sapphire ring on her finger shone brightly in the light. Her eyes resembled those of a deer, with sharp corners like a knife. The dark kajal on her eyelids was like an arrow piercing everyone's hearts. Her eyes were deeper than an ocean, d
Naina and Rehan bowed their heads to the Emperor, then took their seats beside Shama. Shama's eyes welled up with tears, her body reacting involuntarily."Why am I crying?" she thought to herself. "Is it the body's reaction to Shanaya's past again?"She wiped away her tears and forced a smile.The celebration began, with musicians playing and dancers twirling in joy for the Emperor's birthday. Shama watched the show, but her mind was elsewhere. She felt a chill down her spine as if someone was watching her. She glanced around, but everyone seemed engrossed in the festivities."It must be my imagination," she thought. But as she turned her attention back to the stage, she felt the chill again. It was stronger this time, and she could have sworn she saw a pair of eyes gleaming in the darkness. Shrugging the ominous feeling off, she focused on the celebration. After the show, it was time for dinner. Shama's eyes widened as she saw the array of delicious food spread out before her. She q