Chapter 105 - Invitation

After the meeting, Shivraj, Aaradhya and Maira went to the resting area to have tea and snacks.

"You did a great job Maira." Aaradhya praised while pouring some tea to maira by herself.

"Yes, and you need to implement the solutions you suggested Maira. Keep that in your mind" Shivraj suggested.

"Thanks Mother and Father. Sure will keep that in mind" Maira informed and took the cup from Aaradhya.

"I heard grandfather is leaving today. Are the preparations done?" Maira asked while enjoying her tea.

"Yes, everything is done. I suggested Vijay and Karthik to leave with them. There must be so many things pending and your grandfather needed their help" Shivraj said.

"Yes, that is good, but let everyone go back and settle things. Instead of sending two people, `` Maira suggested.

"Yes shiv, why do we need to stop all the 5 members? They belong to that place and they have their own duties" Aaradhya stated.

"Yes, that makes sense. Let's inform them about this." Shivraj agreed with their words.

"Who is there? Come in"

One of the guards entered.

"Yes your majesty."

"Go and inform Karthik, Vijay, Shilpa, Veda and Prathap to assemble in the meeting room after a few minutes" SHivraj ordered.

The guard bowed and left the room. Maira looked at shivraj and aaradhya with confusion in her eyes.

"Father, where are raghu dada and raji ma? They used to be with you right? Why didn't I see them?" Maira inquired while placing her cup down.

Both of their smiles froze and looked at miara. But before they responded someone interrupted their talk.

"Your Majesty. Ministers from the IRIS Kingdom arrived and were waiting for your presence" one of the guards informed.

"They came? Good. Inform them I will be there in a few minutes" Shivraj dismissed the guard.

"Maira. Go and get ready we will meet the ministers and after that we will meet the devil team" Shivraj informed.

Maira nodded and left the room. Shivraj and Aaradhya sighed in relief.

The ministers of IRIS are presented in the special court and are waiting for the king's arrival. After sometime Shivraj, Aaradhya and Maira arrived.

Everyone looked at the entrance and stood up to show their respect. Everyone settled in their respective seats.

One of the ministers came forward and bowed before the King and greeted.

"Long Live to the Great King of Jasmine and Queen of Jasmine. Greetings to the young and beautiful Princess of Jasmine" Ministers Vidit greeted.

"Rise. We are pleased to have you here. Please state your purpose of visit " Shivraj announced.

"Your Majesty. We came here on behalf of our Kingdom to present the Invitation of our Crown Prince ceremony. We are delighted to see you on this precious occasion, ``the Minister stated their purpose of visiting politely.

One of the people from the IRIS kingdom came forward and presented the invitation on the tray covered with yellow cloth.

The royal blue invitation card is placed on the tray and it is similar to the invitation maira received from vimal.

After the card was presented the minister again spoke "And our King personally sent a letter for you along with a few presents from our side. Kindly accept our presents Your Majesty"

Again the person came forward and handed the letter to Shivraj which has the seal of the king.

Shivraj took the letter and nodded.

"We are glad with your invitation and presents. Please inform the King that we will attend the ceremony for sure." Shivraj informed.

"We arranged all the necessary things for you to stay here. Princess Maira will take care of your stay here." Shivraj mentioned.

Miara stood up and turned towards the ministers and replied politely "Please feel free to contact me at any time. We will provide our utmost service for your stay here in Jasmine"

"Thank you Princess Maira. We are honoured" Minister bowed politely.

"Princess Maira. If you allow us, we have a gift for you as well. In Fact for both the princesses" the minister replied.

Maira looked at them with surprise and nodded her head to speak. Minister smiled and nodded at someone in the group.

A delicate and beautiful lady came forward. She is wearing the knight uniform and holds her long hair in a ponytail which gives her a youthful and fierce look.

Maira looked at the young lady with surprise. Her black orbs, black hair and innocent looking face is really capitative. She seems like an innocent girl but her uniform is saying something else.

The woman bowed slightly "Greetings to the King and Queen of Jasmine. May you live long life and this kingdom bloom with prosperity"

Her rough yet sweet voice was loud enough to reach everyone's ears. She turned towards maira and bowed.

"Greetings to Your Royal Highness. Pleased to meet you. My name is Mahi".

Mahi greeted and introduced herself. She stood straight by placing her hand on the ore and excluding a powerful aura.

Maira was impressed by this beautiful yet dangerous woman and thought to befriend her.

"Pleasure is mine Sir" Maira greeted back leaving everyone dumbfounded. The woman blushed by the sudden greeting of the princess and recovered quickly.

Everyone came out of daze and looked at the young lady. Mahi signalled someone to bring the present forward.

"Your Majesty, Sir Mahi is the youngest knight in our kingdom and also a trusted person of the queen. Not only is she talented in swords but also with a paint brush." Minister Vidit started explaining.

Maira looked at Mahi with pride.

"Well, that is quite an impressive young lady," Shivraj praised.

Mahi looked at shivraj and said "I am just a normal knight and my painting skills are modest Your Majesty. Minister Vidit is speaking highly of me"

"That is your humbleness and down to earth personality" Maira commented.

One person bought a portrait covered with a white silk cloth and placed it in between the court. Mahi looked at the princess with a smile and started speaking.

"Your Royal Highness, I heard of your's and Princess Ashmita's journey and admired you for a long time. I never thought that i will meet you in person but today i got an opportunity to meet you in person"

"Please allow me to present this to you. This is for you and princess Ashmita for inspiring so many girls out there" Mahi stated and pulled the cloth down.