45 A Brief Exchange!

"But jokes apart Udra naresh, to be able to kill Paundraka and Kalyavan, this alone speaks volumes about your strength. Because even if I myself were to face Kalyavan, I can't kill him. But you on the other hand Udra naresh, killed him all alone. I must say that I am impressed. "

Krishna said meaningfully with a strange smile on his face. 

"Hahaha, don't make fun of me Vasudev. Everyone in the world knows that there is nothing which can stop your Sudarshan chakra. "

Aryan said humbly. 

"I also agree with Udra naresh, Vasudev. A warrior should never belittle himself just to satisfy someone else's ego. "

Arjun, still harboring some resentment from their earlier encounter, couldn't resist making a snarky remark.

"Prince Arjun, don't cross your limits. Keep in mind that you're currently standing in Udra kingdom's territory and not in Hastinapur. "

Karna immediately got enraged after hearing the implicit insult in Arjun's words and was quick to defend Aryan's honor. 

"Do you think I am afraid of you Senapati Karna? "

Arjun also replied tit for tat as he tightened his grip over his bow. 

Aryan faintly raised his brows seeing this but before he could say anything and the tensions could escalate further, Krishna stepped in with a calming presence

"Arjun, Karna is right. And besides, I was not lying when I said that even I can't kill Kalyavan. In fact I am still surprised that someone was actually able to kill Kalyavan, a guy who had received Lord Shiva's boon that he will be unbeatable in battle meaning no one can kill him in battle. "

Krishna said with a bright smile as he observed Aryan from head to toe. 

But Krishna was really surprised to discover that he was unable to see through this person at all. 

Meanwhile after seeing the solemn expression on Krishna's face and hearing Kalyavan's secret, Arjun was also a little surprised and looked at Aryan inexplicably. 

But naturally there is no way he was going to tell them the truth. So Aryan decided to discreetly change the topic of the conversation. 

"Is that so? I honestly didn't know that information about Kalyavan, Vasudev. Looks like I was really lucky to be able to defeat him. "

"There is no luck in this world Udra naresh, there is only Karma. But leaving that aside, I really want to thank you for saving Subhadra from Kalyavan in my absence. If something had happened to her then I really wouldn't be able to forgive myself. And more importantly, Dau Balram would have made my life miserable to avenge Subhadra. "

Krishna's gave Aryan a meaningful look before his expression softened as he continued,

"Subhadra, you should express your gratitude to Udra naresh as well. He risked his life to save you."

Subhadra smiled warmly at Aryan.

"Thank you, Udra naresh. I owe you my life. You are a very remarkable warrior."

"There is no need to thank me again and again princess Subhadra. You have already thanked me many times and that's already more than enough. "

Aryan said sweetly. 

With tensions diffused and gratitude expressed, the group turned their conversation to a few random topics. 

"Now please allow me to take my leave Udra naresh. Although I want to chat with you some more, but I have to urgently attend a marriage ceremony and cannot miss it. "

Krishna said as he stood up from his seat followed by Arjun and Subhadra. 

But at this time, Subhadra showed her confusion. 

"Whose marriage are you going to attend big brother Krishna? "

"Mine Subhadra. "

Krishna replied with a smile. 

"Huh? "

Everyone present on the scene was stunned by this scene as Krishna told them how he received a letter from Vidharb kingdom's princess Rukmini, who has already accepted him as her husband. But because her brother, crown prince Rukmi wants to get her married to King Shishupal against her consent, she has requested Krishna to kidnap her and marry her. 

Aryan nodded understandingly. "Then I should not delay your precious time here Vasudev Krishna. I understand your responsibilities. I'm grateful for your visit and the chance to meet you in person. If there's ever a need for my assistance or if you wish to meet again, please don't hesitate to contact me. Safe travels to the marriage ceremony and greetings in advance."

With that, Krishna, Arjun, and Subhadra bid their farewells and left the meeting place. Aryan watched them go, contemplating the significance of their encounter and the complexities that lay ahead. 

As they departed, Karna approached Aryan and remarked, "Meeting Vasudev Krishna in person, he is indeed a very charming personality. And it seems that you've left a strong impression on him."

Aryan nodded, a thoughtful expression on his face. "Indeed, Karna, you're right about that. "

With Krishna's visit concluded, Aryan focused back on Jaraasandh as he followed Karna to the tent where he was currently being held captive. 

Entering the tent, Aryan's vision fell on Jaraasandh who was currently lying on the ground in a cross shape with all four of his limbs handcuffed and tied to four poles in four directions. 

After all, he was a formidable warrior with powerful strength and strict measures needed to be taken to ensure he doesn't create any trouble. 

And almost at the same time as Aryan entered the tent, Jaraasandh was also awakened and his eyes fell on Aryan, floating on a pillow. 

"So you're the King of Udra kingdom who killed my friend Paundraka. From the looks of it, you're nothing but a coward who was afraid of facing his opponent head on and instead sent your Senapati in your place. 

And looking at your current condition, all wrapped up in bandages, I'm pretty sure this is the handiwork of my friend Kalyavan. It was your biggest mistake to choose to fight Kalyavan over me thinking he is an easier opponent. Moreover, you won't be able to keep me imprisoned for long. My friend Kalyavan should be coming any time now to rescue me. "

Jaraasandh said arrogantly. 

"Woah, I never thought that a warrior like you would be an overthinker Jaraasandh. So I know that it's easy to create misunderstandings. But no worries, let me correct you slightly. The reason I chose to fight Kalyavan was not because I thought he was an easier opponent but because I thought that he was a worthy opponent. "

Aryan said with a chilling smile and threw the bag he was carrying beside Jaraasandh, out of which a bloody head slowly rolled out. 

"Kalyavan! How is this possible? He is invincible in a battle. No one can kill him. "

Jaraasandh exclaimed in shock. 

"There is nothing impossible in this world Jaraasandh. It all just depends on whether you have the ability to accomplish it. "

Aryan said profoundly, imitating Krishna's tone. 

"Hmph, although your approach was nice but don't think that you can scare me with just this."

Jaraasandh snorted disdainfully. 

"Oh really? "

With these words, Aryan picked up a dried stick from the ground and unintentionally started playing with it. 

"Do you think I am someone who will surrender to.....! "

Jaraasandh stopped in his tracks and couldn't continue speaking after seeing what Aryan just did. 

Aryan split the dried stick into two parts and then proceeded by throwing the two parts in opposite directions. 

This was the biggest secret of Jaraasandh and now, it was so easily seen through by him. 

"How do you know this? And if you know it, then why haven't you killed me yet, still keeping me as a prisoner? "

Jaraasandh asked a little anxiously. 

"You see Jaraasandh, I don't need your life. It has no value to me. Anyway, what I need will be fulfilled by you. "