Jaishree is studying communications and media in Boston. She has come home for the holidays.
"Thanks, Chikku!" replied Aarti in a pleasant but drowsy voice.
"Sorry to disturb your sleep, sis. I wanted to wish you right at 12 o'clock to make your birthday special," apologized Jaishree.
"That’s OK, Chikku. Your wishes mean a lot to me," said Aarti truthfully.
"I know, sis. Good night!"
Aarti wished her back and disconnected the phone call. Even before she could compose herself, the phone rang again. It's her younger cousin Jeyant, the young Maharaja of Chandpur, this time.
On her father's death, Jeyant was crowned the Maharaja of Chandpur. Chandpur's royal family is yet to accept a woman as an heir to their royal lineage.
At present, Jeyant has taken a break from studies to concentrate on his F1 passion. He travels around the world with his race team and is home only on holidays and special occasions like her birthday.
Jeyant also wished his sister a happy birthday and apologized for disturbing her sleep. Aarti repeated the same thing she told Jaishree, just as she accepted her brother’s warm wishes wholeheartedly.
This time, Aarti changed her mobile to the silent mode as she knew many more people would be sending her messages.
Honestly, she longed to receive only one message. But she knew she wouldn’t hear his