Chapter 13

Kumud Palace was a jewel at the head of the hill top.

Standing proud above the meandering road through the small, green patches of forest in the course, it shone like pure melted gold in the bright sunlight. Built with yellow and red sandstone, it was a stunning proof of the architectural acumen of His Royal Highness Mahendra Pratap Raghuvanshi — the great, great grandfather of Ranvijay's mother.

The palace complex was situated in an area of twenty two acres of single land, in the lap of magnificent lush grass that was mowed artistically and felt like a downy rug beneath bare feet. A prominent section of the palace was open to the public for cultural and religious events to make the people of Amergarh feel connected to the royalties while the major portion of it was used for the residential purpose.

Entire complex was divided into four wings; the north wing limited the access of the public with hotel and luxurious presidential suites, public libraries, art galleries, five-star resta