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Best Navratri Decoration Ideas for 2024: Elevate Your Festive Spirit

As Navratri 2024 approaches, it’s time to start planning the perfect festive setup. From vibrant rangolis to intricately designed mandirs, there are countless Navratri decoration ideas to bring a divine atmosphere to your home. One of the highlights is the aarti thali decoration for Navratri. Decorate your thali with brass lamps, flowers, and vibrant colors to create a beautiful spiritual centerpiece. For a truly festive touch, combine traditional elements with modern designs. Explore the best Navratri decoration ideas for a celebration that’s both elegant and meaningful!

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Raksha Bandhan 2024 Thali Decoration: रक्षाबंधन पर बहनें कैसे सजाएं थाली? इन 6 चीजों के बिना अधूरा है त्योहारRaksha Bandhan 2024 Thali Decoration: रक्षाबंधन के मौके पर भाई की कलाई पर राखी बांधने का रिवाज है। इसके लिए सबसे पहले बहन भाई के माथे पर तिलक लगाती है। अक्षत लगाकर आरती उतारी जाती है।

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Sasarwadi- Kharghar: A Taste of Maharashtra

Sasarwadi in Kharghar near Panvel. Authentic Maharashtrian cuisine, warm ambiance, must-visit.

We stumbled upon Sasarwadi in Kharghar, Navi Mumbai purely by chance, and boy, are we glad we did! From the moment we saw the massive wooden and glass door, we knew we were in for a treat. The warm welcome we received instantly put us at ease. Our Experience Large Painting Depicting Traditional Maharashtrian WomenLarge glass wall overlooking the entrance.Beautiful Mural made of traditional…

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Introducing our exquisite collection of silver-plated Pooja Thali Sets, perfect for adding a touch of elegance to your religious ceremonies. Crafted with precision and adorned with intricate details, our Silver Plated Thali Sets redefine the art of worship. Elevate your religious rituals with the timeless charm of our Silver Plated Puja Thali. Meticulously designed to enhance the spiritual ambiance, each thali is a masterpiece that reflects devotion and tradition. Explore the beauty of our Silver Plated Pooja Thali, a harmonious blend of functionality and aesthetics. Ideal for auspicious occasions, these thalis are crafted to perfection, making them a symbol of purity and grace. Indulge in the divine experience with our Silver Plated Pooja Thali Sets, featuring a curated ensemble of thali essentials. Immerse yourself in the richness of tradition while creating a sacred atmosphere during your worship ceremonies. Choose the perfect Silver Plated Thali Set to complement your rituals and make every moment of worship special. Buy Silver Plated Pooja Thali Sets that resonate with timeless beauty and elevate your spiritual practice to new heights

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German Silver Pooja Thali, Pooja Gift Items Online

German silver Pooja Thali Set includes one Pooja plate, one aarti diya, one Kalash, one spoon, one bell, two sindoor boxes, one oil lamp, and two diyas. German silver is resistant to corrosion and has a silvery look. This lovely Pooja Thali set includes all of the Pooja necessities and is appropriate for usage at special poojas to give prayers or on other occasions such as weddings and celebrations

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How To DIY Pooja Thali With Help Of Craft Mirrors | HobbyIndia

Pooja thali is more than just a plate used for performing idol aartis; it represents the feelings we offer to our deity. Therefore, it should be an ideal complement to religious ceremonies. Decorating the considerate pooja thali set with eye-catching elements is essential for traditions ranging from wedding receptions to Diwali Laxmi pooja. Want to create a stunning homemade decorative MDF Pooja thali with craft mirrors? Then this blog is for you.

This tutorial will show you how to make a variety of pooja thalis from today's most popular thali base materials. Additionally, we plan on using the craft mirrors and acrylic colors to adorn the MDF thali cutouts for a more authentic look. Let's take a look at the customary method of setting up the pooja thali for worship. 

How to DIY trending pooja thali base With the Help of Craft Mirrors?

1) Peacock pattern MDF decorative pooja thali for Janmashtami

In honor of Krishna's birthday, devotees hold a ritual called Janmashtami Pooja. This pooja is mandatory to show respect for the Kanhaji. That's why it's crucial that you remember to incorporate the traditional Krishna symbols into your pooja thali. 

Materials to use:

Peacock pattern MDF decorative pooja thali

Acrylic colours

Leaf shape blue stone

White round stone

3D outliner

Craft mirrors

Customize MDF Thali:

In the middle of the pooja thali's circular design, paint the navy acrylic color. 

Apply a thick layer of the light green acrylic color all over the cutout of the peacock.

Place the white stones along the inner edges of the thali and in the peacock's eyes.

Create another circle using the craft mirrors.

Now, decorate the edges of the peacock tail with light blue leaf stones to make it look more elaborate. 

Embellish the border of the peacock pooja thali with golden acrylic colour. 

Apply a thick coat of varnish to the base and smooth it out with the thin round brush.

Once your thali is ready, place the small golden sweets and dry fruits, flower petals, Diya, kumkum, rice, and incense stick to perform the Janmashtami pooja

2) Leaf pattern MDF pooja thali for Ganesh pooja

The Ganesh festival isn't the only time when a Ganesha Pooja is performed; weddings and daily rituals are also common occasions. If you really want to show your devotion during the pooja, this thali is perfect for you. Embellishing them with vivid paint and gems is simple. Let's figure out the simplest method for preparing this thali at home. 

Materials to use:

Leaf pattern MDF pooja thali for Ganesh pooja

Acrylic colours

Round green stone

White round stone

Craft mirror

3D outliner

Customize MDF Thali:

Paint the pooja thali's center round with navy blue acrylic paint. 

In addition, coat the leaf cutout thali thoroughly with orange acrylic color.

Before proceeding with the craft elements, thoroughly varnish the base. 

Place the white stones on the thali's inner and outer edges. Additionally, embellish the focal point of the leaf design with green round stones and small white stones. 

Now, fix the craft mirror so that it is visible on the upper round edge of the decorative pooja thali. 

After you have prepared your thali, place the small golden Ganesha idol, some flower petals, a Pre marked Tea light holder, and an incense stick on it so that you can perform the Ganesha pooja.

3) DIY Lotus Pattern MDF thali cut out for Laxmi Pooja

The Hindu goddess Mahalakshmi is believed to visit each and every Indian home during the Diwali holiday, bringing with her the gifts of wealth, prosperity, and good fortune. If you perform the Diwali puja, you can gain the blessings of the goddess Mahalakshmi and bring prosperity, health, happiness, and ultimate reality into your home during the Diwali celebration.

Materials to use:

Lotus pattern MDF thali cut outs 

Acrylic colours

Blue crystal stone

Golden moti chain

round craft mirrors

Customize MDF Thali:

Paint the entire round of the pooja thali with the pink acrylic color using a paintbrush. 

You can give the petal cutouts on the pooja thali an additional layer of a darker pink color. 

Apply a generous layer of decor varnish all over the base, and then use the thin round brush to give it a nice coating.

On the petals of the flower, adhere the round craft mirrors and the stones that are crystal clear. 

Now, wrap a golden Moti chain around each of the thali's edges so that it completely surrounds the lily plate. 

Decorate the rims of the Lotus pooja thali with a golden acrylic paint. 

As soon as your thali is prepared, place the small golden sweets, flower petals, flower garlands, silver Diya, kumkum, rice, and kalash with coconut in order to perform the Laxmi pooja.

~ Also, Read:  What Are The Easy DIY Pooja Thali Ideas To Make At Home?

Wrapping Up:

Using craft mirrors, you can quickly and easily decorate your MDF puja thali cutouts ethically. If you do not have acrylic paints or brushes, you may still adorn the thali by putting on pieces of velvet and decoupage sheets. Afterward, use adhesive to adhere pearls, gems, and stones of varying prices to show how much they're worth. Moreover, use marker paints instead of acrylic colors to fill the base or features on the plates.

Do you wish to personalize your own trending pooja thali base and purchase one blank to use? Then go to the online craft store of Hobby India, where we not only sell plain MDF aarti thali online but also have an intriguing selection of handcrafted ready-to-use pooja thali bases. From sun pattern aarti thali to branches thali, we provide the generous range of unique pooja thali bases. Therefore, with the help of our heartfelt collection, you can make your pooja more appealing.

~ Check out our best selling MDF Pooja Thali Bases:

Designer MDF Pooja Thali Base

Peacock & Flower Pattern MDF Pooja Thali Base

Scalloped Circle Pattern MDF Pooja Thali Base

Sun Flower Pattern MDF Pooja Thali Base

Round Pattern MDF Pooja Thali Base

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The Sindoor adorns on the head of every women may it stay forever there. D'luxdekor Media team wishes everyone a very Happy Karwa Chauth.

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Buy Amazing Combo Pack Of Pooja Room, Entrance Door Decor Items This Festive Season

Saugat Traders shares a beautiful collection of Hanging Traditional Toran with Wooden Puja Thali and Peacock Tea Light Candle Stand to adorn your Puja room this festive season. If you are looking for a unique decoration items this Diwali then this is the perfect gift combo for the entrance and pooja room. Order Now

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skz x desi reader headcanons

A.N: highly unedited, it's just me yapping - also! if you have anything you want to add on, pls share! let's all be delulu together hehe

tagging: @ihrtlino (i'm sorry it took so long for me to write this :') <3)

Chan

Your parents would absolutely LOVE him, and would probably invite him to come over for Diwali - bonus: Chan in a kurta - actually, scratch that - any of the members in a kurta.

Would insist he can handle the spice of your mom’s curries but the extremely red tint on his ears and face says otherwise. He absolutely inhales the lassi. 

Would call you a name of endearment in your mother tongue - THERE WAS AN AUTHOR HERE AND I WILL TAG THEM @beebee18 PLS GO READ THIS FIC BECAUSE IT’S THIS VERY ONE THAT CAUSED MY WHOLE SKZ X DESI READER BRAIN ROT - to have Chan call you meri jaan UGH

Would try and learn your language and would probably grasp common phrases like “I’m hungry” or “I love you”. I can see him sneaking up on you when you’re out and about the house, sneaking up behind you and pressing a kiss to your shoulder “bukh lagi hain” (i’m hungry)

Would ask you to marry him in your mother tongue.

Would cry at your wedding when you’re doing the rounds around the fire and saying your vows.

Minho

Would learn bollywood style dancing like bollywood hip hop or something similar to impress you.

Lee Know singing a Bollywood ballad. That’s it. That’s the thought,

Lee Know is really good at learning languages and I feel like he would learn your mother tongue to speak with you or your family. You’re waiting for your mother to open the door when you take him to meet your parents, and you’re assuring him you’ll translate everything they say. Then, when the door opens he immediately greets your mother fluently. 

Would cook your favourite traditional dish when you’re feeling homesick. He would text your mom, asking for the recipe before putting together the craziest thali (a/n: I’ve been writing about food so much I’m craving all of this now).

Tries to decorate the house for Diwali but doesn’t quite get how to do the rangoli so he calls Hyunjin for help. Hyunjin walks into your house to see Lee Know with multi-colored rangoli powder smudged onto his face and all over his hands. You come back to the house to find Lee Know chasing Hyunjin with a handful of tissues

Puts coconut oil in your hair and braids it for you. Doesn’t even say anything about it. One day you’re just doing it and he pops into the bathroom, takes the oil from your hands and does it. Massages it into your scalp and braids your hair. Then he just washes his hands and leaves. He does it for you every time now. Gets mad the one time when you decide to do it on your own and he does that angry little sigh. Doesn’t speak to you until you cuddle him and promise you’ll let him do it from now on.

Changbin 

You can not convince me this man would not listen to rap music in your mother tongue. Would probably have a favourite rapper. I feel like generally speaking he would be very interested in Bollywood music as a genre and style of music. He would be inspired to maybe include some of those elements like the instrument style etc in his own music.

Would have your contact name saved as a name of endearment in your mother tongue.

Would dance with you at weddings or events.

Would secretly take classes in your mother tongue so he could speak with you. You’d find out one day when you come back home and he’s reciting a speech about how much he loves you.

You introduce him to biryani for the first time and it’s officially his favourite thing. Catch him eating biryani in the dressing rooms in SKZ-Talker

Hyunjin

Would learn how to do mehendi just so he could do yours. I can see him making really beautiful designs of flowers in great detail.

If you know any kind of classical bollywood dances I feel like he would really want to learn the basics so he could dance with you.Bonus: When you get your mehendi done for your wedding, he would probably tear up when he finds his initials in the designs.

Would love watching the romantic bollywood movies - would probably cry WATERFALLS and deny it - but later he posts a painting of a scene from the movie on his instagram. Would slow dance to the romantic songs with you.

Would paint or photograph you in traditional clothing

Would buy you pretty jhumkas and bangles at the market. You find out later that they absolutely ripped him off his money for those bangles but it’s okay because he loves you. That man would be so in love with you he probably build a whole palace in your name. 

Han 

Would learn an Arjit Singh song for you on the guitar (a/n: just had a thought about this - is arjit singh like the hozier of bollywood??). Would send full covers to you first, before posting a small snippet of it onto Instagram. He might upload a voice message of him singing it on Bubble for Stays but you know it’s all for you.

Would watch bollywood shows and movies with you - probably (definitely) bawls his eyes out when you watch Kuch Kuch Hota Hai or KKKG.

Gets heavily invested in any kind of Bollywood tea, his jaw drops and gasps out loud when his favorite celebrity couple breaks up “they broke up?!”

Randomly blurts out dialogues from famous desi movies

Felix 

Judging by the amount of chicken this man eats on mukbang lives (r.i.p bbokari’s cousins), he would LOVE butter chicken and naan. You can’t convince me otherwise because I know I’m right.

Would learn how to bake a traditional sweet and surprise you with it / nearly burns down the kitchen in the process and decides to just order a box of your favourite sweets. I get the feeling Felix would absolutely LOVE Indian sweets like gulab jamun or jalebi or ladoo. 

Would 100000% learn your mother tongue.

Would want to do his mehendi with you too - matching designs!!!

Holi! I can see Felix as someone who would really enjoy Holi. He would probably get really sneaky with it and innocently approach you before projectile launching a handful of a mix of colours at you (but that’s only payback because you did the same earlier).

Would surprise you with a trip to your home country when you’re feeling a little homesick.

Seungmin 

This man would absolutely learn a ballad or a romantic song for you, would probably learn many just to sing to you - he would most definitely not tell you he’s learning any of these songs until one karaoke night he just pulls out the mic and starts belting it out.

Would pretend to act uninterested when you start watching a desi show or movie (does the uninterested dad pose standing in the living room with his hands on his hips before gradually moving to sit down) but then he ends up being the one to start crying or to start yelling at the television screen. Gets upset when you keep getting advertisement breaks on the screen, is absolutely torn apart when he realises he needs to wait a whole week to find out what happens.

Would learn how to say i love you in your language. I feel like Seungmin is quite soft spoken in the way he expresses love, but he does it strongly. You’d be sitting on the couch together watching a Bollywood series and one of the character’s confesses to the other and he turns to you to do the same.

When you don’t mention important dates of celebrations and festivals, he surprises you by bringing it up first. Probably surprises you with a box of sweets. “What are these for?” “It’s Diwali today isn’t it?!”

Jeongin 

I feel like, as someone who sings Trot, Jeongin would really love singing classic Bollywood songs.

Would also get very invested in the shows and movies you watch. This man would not move a muscle from start to finish. Imagine if he watched Bahubali back when it released and at the end of the first movie he’s dying to know what happens and you have to break it to him that he's going to have to wait years until the next movie comes out.

I feel like he’d be really into the Bollywood action/superhero movies like he would really enjoy the Dhoom movie series or Don or Krrish. You’d catch him humming one of the songs from the movies or imitating SRK’s iconic lines from the movie. 

He would really love your traditional food and would go out of his way to find authentic restaurants making this food to take you out on a date there - and then you’d have to talk him through the whole menu and what each dish has.

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When is Navratri 2024 and how is it celebrated?

Navratri 2024 is expected to begin on October 3, 2024, and will be celebrated over nine days, ending on October 11, 2024. This festival is dedicated to worshipping the nine forms of Goddess Durga, and each day holds special significance. It's a time for prayer, fasting, and vibrant celebrations.

During Navratri, homes and temples are beautifully decorated. If you’re looking for the best Navratri decoration ideas, there are several options to explore. Traditional navratri decoration ideas often include colorful rangolis, floral arrangements, and brass lamps, giving a divine and festive touch to the space. You can also try creating a dedicated mandir or altar at home with idols of Goddess Durga and decorative backdrops.

An important part of the celebration is the aarti thali decoration for Navratri. The thali typically contains a diya, kumkum, rice, flowers, and other items used for worship. You can enhance the thali with intricate designs, brass utensils, and floral garlands to make it visually appealing. This not only adds to the spirituality but also complements the overall festive atmosphere.

In addition to puja and rituals, people engage in cultural activities like Garba and Dandiya Raas during the evenings, which are highlights of the celebration. Combining the best Navratri 2024 decoration ideas with a focus on tradition and elegance will help you create a memorable and spiritual atmosphere for the festival.

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I was tagged by the lovely @i-mybrunettelady for this ^^

-- B A S I C S

name: Thalyssera

nicknames: Choya, Thalys

birthday: May 28th

race: pale tree sylvari

gender: nonbinary (she/her)

orientation: bisexual

profession: pact commander, post EoD is semi retired and does various pact jobs after several months of vacation

-- P H Y S I C A L A S P E C T S

hair: patina, short length

eyes: sun

skin: green olive, succulent texture

tattoos/scars: missing her right leg below the knee, the remaining stump is covered in scorch marks. Also has several tattoos! The largest is a raptor skull decorated with flowers on her back. She has a small pact symbol tattoo on the right base of her neck. Her left arm is tattooed with vines, and on her left calf she has two cogs, I talked about them a little more here!

-- F A M I L Y

parents: The Pale Tree

siblings: Trahearne

grandparents: Does Mordremoth even count

in laws and others: Amelarius (romantic partner), Aurene (like her niece), Neil (friend), Caithe (romantic partner), Callum + Meera (friends), Tonn (friend), Tybalt Leftpaw (friend), Carys and Tegwen (friends), Taimi (friend), Braham (friend), The rest of DW (coworkers who she likes but isn't incredibly close to), Clementine (former pet turned friend, it's a long story)

pets: formerly Clementine, Streamline (old raptor, died during PoF)

-- S K I L L S

abilities: after the Clementine incident she inherited some iboga features and can spit acid from openings in her face. Good at close combat both unarmed and with daggers. Decent with guns as well, and can be stealthy when needed thanks to her whisper's training. Can soulbind with her pet if she has one.

hobbies: Training and generally working with raptors, sparring and working out, hiking, fishing with Neil. Overall any activity outdoors, she loves games as well as relaxing nature walks!

-- T R A I T S

most positive trait: Her optimism and determination! She works hard and plays hard, and refuses to give up fighting for what she believes in. She's incredibly devoted to her work and genuinely believes that the world is worth saving.

most negative trait: her ruthlessness. If she believes her goal is the right one she'll stop at nothing to get it, no matter who may ultimately stand in her way, and she's incredibly brutal when she feels that it's necessary.

-- L I K E S

colors: copper, turquoise, earth tones overall

smells: cooked meats, fresh grass, wood burning, ocean air

textures: rough, dry, bumpy, coarse

drinks: lemonade and fruit juices!

-- O T H E R D E T A I L S

smokes: no

drinks: not anymore, used to heavily at one point

drugs: no

been arrested: yes

taggin but no pressure!!! @baronvonscrufflebutt @manasurge @mystery-salad @brightwingedbat @wilsons-journey @ratasum @pyppyn @twilightdomain @commanderjuni @ancientkarka @the-desert-beast @sunsrefuge @s0urfangs @dotmander @aetherblooms @the-elven-star

and anyone else who sees this, feel free to hop on! that's right! You there!

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An Oath of Feelings - Final part

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Arulmozhi made his way through the long corridor. He swore he saw Vanathi just a minute ago , her jasmine-decorated long hair fluttering in the soft breeze, her voice echoing as she laughed at a joke of one of her Sakhis. Goodness! when did he became attuned to her so much? Now he understood what his Anna was saying about love- it was sweeter than honey, addicting than any intoxicant in the world and it strengthens one's resolve, not weaken it. He thought of all this while he stood in the empty corridor, wondering how his Anna was able to survive all those years not able to see Nandini when he himself was feeling morose after not seeing the stealer of his heart for a day. Maybe he should talk with Vanthiyathevan? No, he dismissed that line of thought immediately. There was no limit to how much Kundavai teased him after the incident the other night about his brave-but-utterly reckless attempt at window jumping. And how dare Vanthiyathevan join in when he was the one who suggested the idea in the first place? No, he isn't going anywhere near those two. He will prove his love on his own. Thus deciding, he retraced his steps back to his chambers.

Once his footsteps started to fade away, Vanathi came out of her hiding place behind the pillar and gazed at the retreating figure. Maybe she was taking this a bit far? Should she talk to him? But what result would that give? He may say something sweet and she will fall for it and then he would go back to ignoring her again. What she wished, what she craved was for him to show his feelings for her, feelings that her Akka claim exists. Many a time she has seen Vanthiyathevan kissing the back of Kundavai's hand or whispering in her ear or simply gazing at her when she was preoccupied by some other task. He was indifferent to the fact that they were other people watching or making remarks about them. How many times has she imagined her Yaanai pagan gazing at her so, of him whispering sweet nothings in her ear or him standing close to her in public so that everyone will know they belong to and with each other. She wondered if all these fantasies will come true or remain the same. Her train of thoughts was broken by one of her Sakhis.

"Vanathi, why didn't you tell us you were playing hide-and-seek with Ponniyin Selvan?" her sakhi taunted her.

"Oh be quiet!" Vanathi whispered in annoyance before walking off.

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Vanathi has never really been jealous of her Kundavai Akka, in fact she greatly admired her Uyir Thozi's intelligence and courage. But at this moment, when she was sitting with her in her chamber, preparing for the evening aarti, she realised she was envious of Kundavai - not of her reasoning and understanding but of her success at a fruitful relationship. Ever since they had been acquainted with a certain Vana clan prince, she had seen a budding affection forming between the two. She didn't exactly knew when it became solidified but once she heard him call her Akka an 'Apsaras' and saw Kundavai's face turn as red as kumkum and she knew - this was not a mere flirting. She heard a genuineness in his voice, the same genuineness she heard when he earlier declared " Uyir ungalodayathu Devi". She thought of all this when she kept glancing at Kundavai, who was humming while arranging the Pooja thali. Just then a servant came in " Ilaiya Piratti, Vallavaraiyan Vanthiyathevan is seeking permission to enter" .

"Let him in " Kundavai said excitedly

"Speak of the devil and the devil is here" mused Vanathi. She was quite fond of the Vana Kula Prince and already considered him as a brother but she was still disappointed that he didn't attempt to give some good advice to Ponniyin Selvan despite their close friendship.

Vanthiyathevan came in " How are you this evening, ladies?" He asked . His sense of formality was often times confusing. In public, he resorted to formal titles such as 'Ilaiya Piratti' and 'Kodumbalur Ilavarasi ' but in private he called her as 'Devi' or even 'Maya Kannan' while he reserved the sweetest of nicknames for his lady love.

"Vanthiyar, do you have any news for us?" Kundavai asked

"Devi, things are as you know. Sendhan Amudhan will reach Thanjai in 2 days time" Vanthiyathevan replied

Vanathi was confused. What? Sendhan Amudhan is coming? But why? Suddenly she remembered Arulmozhi's oath of bestowing the crown. Surely he didn't say it seriously? Surely he only said it to spite her?

"And Samudrakumari will also be joining him. They decided to have the wedding ceremony the day after they arrive. So much preparations yet to be made" Vanathi heard Vanthiyathevan continuing his narration and Kundavai nodding along. Marriage? What marriage? She realised she said this thought aloud as both faces turned towards her.

" Yes, Maya Kanna. Perhaps you missed out on the news. Ilavarase wasn't joking when he said he wished to hand over the crown to Sendhan Amudhan. He presented the matter with the emperor and he too agreed that this was a rightful decision"

"And what about Samudrakumari?"

"Ah that. Amudhan has always loved Poonguzhali and although she was reluctant at first, as she doubted the genuineness of his feelings she later returned his feelings and has now accepted his hand in marriage. I am not bragging but I may have had a hand in uniting the couple." Vanthiyathevan said with a smirk and earned a pinch in the arm from Kundavai for 'going off topic'.

Vanathi was already in her world of overthinking. So, Ponniyin Selvan wasn't in love with Poonguzhali? Then why did he admit having that conversation with Kundavai Akka? Was there any existent feelings for her in his mind as Kundavai Akka claimed? Now she decided she have to talk to him. At least before she leaves for Kodumbalur. With these thoughts in mind, she stood up.

"Kanne, where are you going?" Kundavai asked

"Akka, I'm just going to meet someone. I'll be right back" Vanathi hoped she was being discreet enough but Kundavai managed to see through it.

"No, you can meet anyone you want after the pooja. Now go, time is ticking "

"Yes Akka" Vanthiyathevan and Kundavai watched a disheartened Vanathi leaving the chamber.

"Ennavale, as much as I like your idea I'm afraid it is lacking action" Vanthiyathevan turned to his lover with a mischievous smile.

"I know my plan doesn't involve tree-climbing or window-jumping like you'd wish but it is effective. It's exactly like you said - they want to come closer. We are just giving them the necessary push" Kundavai said calmly.

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Vanathi was hyper-focused on her aarti plate as she, along with Kundavai's other companions, made their way back from the temple. All through the Pooja, she prayed for happiness for all and a ray of clarity on her otherwise chaotic life. She was wondering when she would get the answers to all her questions (even Kundavai Akka was not with her, making some excuse after the Pooja that she didn't even pay attention to) .

"Vanathi, are you done playing hide and seek with Ponniyin Selvan?" One of Kundavai's companion started her teasing.

"Aren't you leaving for Kodumbalur anyway? Don't worry , I don't think Ponniyin Selvan would come to find you since all of us would be here to take care of him" another companion chimed in

They had reached the gardens when Vanathi decided to retaliate.

" What is all this talk? Keep your Ponniyin Selvan with you. He wasn't mine in the first place" She said, with her back to them, determined not to show them the sadness in her face.

"I beg to differ Devi"

All of them turned towards the source of the voice and found the object of their conversation standing in front of them.

"You are exceptionally good at hiding Ilavarasi" Arulmozhi said with a triumphant smile, " But now, since I have found you may I have a word with you"

He led her a safe distance away, so that her companions can only watch them and not eavesdrop on them.

" Akka told me I can find you here"

"I wanted to talk to you, Ponniyin Selvare about Poonguzhali..."

He sighed and said " I don't blame you for misunderstanding Vanathi. It is true that once I had a conversation with Akka about my then feelings for Poonguzhali but then I also asked you whether you would believe me if I said my feelings have changed over the months... Because that is what happened"

"What do you mean?"

"I was always under the impression that what you sought after was the throne and Poonguzhali always thought Amudhan's feelings will fade away someday. Then, Vanthiyathevan once asked if we have ever got to know you both as a person and to that we were answerless. So we decided to get to know you both better before making a final decision, just so we wouldn't feel guilty afterwards. Little did we knew fate had other plans"

Vanathi stared at him wondering about the direction of his narration. " In the few months that I got to know you I learned to appreciate your presence and adore your personality which made me confused because I was unfamiliar to this sensation"

"what sensation, Aiyya?"

"I understood you were insecure of the prospective marriage to me, and I wanted to erase that insecurity. I couldn't understand that feeling so I stayed in denial for weeks"

He looked at her then "I met with Poonguzhali again and she admitted she also started to develop an affection for Amudhan's sincerity. We still cared and respected each other but the feelings we began to develop for you two felt..stronger. Finally it was Vanthiyathevan who advised us to follow our heart and that's what we did"

"So you like me?" Vanathi asked. She was hoping this wouldn't be any of her usual dream. Her Yaanai Pagan was actually declaring what she wanted to hear all this time. "Better than that" Arulmozhi said, gazing lovingly at her " Nan unnai katalikkiren"

Saying this, he reached out and touched her hand. The sudden movement caused Vanathi to lose balance and the aarti plate to tumble down.

"Oh Lord, she has dropped the aarti plate. How inauspicious!" One of the onlookers commented.

"No, look closely I think the wick is still burning, so it's not inauspicious " another replied.

Vanathi felt Arulmozhi's hand circle her waist and pull her close to his chest. She gasped and put both her arms round his neck.

"Don't faint on me again Vanathi" He said almost breathlessly, "You made me so worried the last time"

"Ponniyin Selvare, what are you doing? Everyone is watching" Vanathi said, blushing but making no attempt in getting out his hold.

" Let them watch" Arulmozhi said with a grin, quickly glancing at the group of girls standing at a distance away, looking awe-struck.

"If you still wish to go to Kodumbalur, then let me come with you. Not as Ilavarase Arulmozhi Varman but as your varunkala kanavan. I respect your oath and proud of your determination" he continued and smiled wholeheartedly when Vanathi nodded. " I finally understood what Vanthiyathevan said . Sometimes love can be shown better through actions"

"What do you mean?" Vanathi cocked her head to the side and looked at him with confusion.

Arulmozhi simply gave her a smirk and tightened his arms around her, lifting her up and twirling her. Her squealing mixed with his laughter and the loud gasps from the onlookers. Well,not all onlookers. Kundavai and Vanthiyathevan watched the happy couple from the balcony.

"Who knew my Thambi was such a romantic?" Kundavai remarked with a short laugh

" Why Devi? Do you me to twirl you like that? " Vanthiyathevan asked with a wide grin and Kundavai smacked him in the arm.

"Noo" She said playfully "maybe another time?" She smiled sheepishly when Vanthiyathevan raised his eyebrows.

The End

A/N: Me dropping a long af fic once in a while. You can clearly see how much I was influenced by the Veera Raja Veera full video song...come, let's rant in the comment section

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