📜 Previously on The Last Prince of Kaligarh:
Aryan caught the traitor and set a clever trap, thwarting an enemy attack while teasing his foes in style. His three closest allies—Kaamaya, Meena, and Reva—playfully compete for his attention, hinting at a future harem. But the real fight looms: the siege of Kaligarh is about to begin.
SCENE 1 – THE CAMP OUTSIDE KALIGARH [DAWN]
An ornate carriage rolls into the camp, flanked by guards. The driver pulls up with a flourish and opens the door. Out steps Envoy Harish, from the newly established northern nation of Suryapur. He looks around, then spots Aryan with three women nearby, laughing and chatting.
Harish leans toward a passing servant.
HARISH
Excuse me, good sir—who are those three ladies with the prince?
The servant, a grizzled older man with a sly smile, leans in and whispers loudly enough for Harish to hear.
SERVANT
Ah, those three? A curious bunch, if ever I saw one.
SERVANT (grinning)
That one in gold robes? That's Kaamaya, our merchant queen. If you need coin or goods, she'll make sure it's worth your while… and she's not shy about reminding the prince who holds the purse.
HARISH
(nods)
I see. And the other two?
SERVANT
The tall one with the sword at her hip is Meena. Fierce as a tiger and twice as sharp. If you want the prince alive, keep her happy.
HARISH
(chuckles nervously)
Noted.
SERVANT
And the last? That's Reva. She's got more secrets than the palace vault and eyes like a hawk. They say she knows who's plotting against the prince before the prince does.
Harish raises his eyebrows.
HARISH
Sounds like quite the entourage.
SERVANT
Entourage? Ha! More like a three-ring circus. Keeps the prince on his toes—and sometimes running for his life!
SCENE 2 – THE "INTRODUCTIONS"
Harish gathers his courage and approaches Aryan and the three women.
HARISH
Your Highness, it is an honor to bring greetings from King Rajveer of Suryapur.
Aryan smiles politely.
ARYAN
Welcome, Envoy Harish.
Harish clears his throat, glancing nervously at the women.
HARISH
I hear you have quite the company. May I say, they seem… dedicated.
Kaamaya raises an eyebrow.
KAAMAYA
Dedicated to keeping the prince in line.
Meena grins.
MEENA
And ready to fight for him when needed.
Reva winks.
REVA
And to know everything about everyone, especially those plotting trouble.
Aryan chuckles, cheeks tinged with pink.
ARYAN
It's never dull around here.
HARISH
The three ladies have mentioned… um, their affection for you. Very… loudly.
Aryan chokes on his breath. Kaamaya smirks, Meena winks, Reva laughs outright.
SCENE 3 – THE WAR ROOM [SUNDARHAV – MIDDAY]
The grand war table is spread with large maps, banners, and miniature soldiers. Aryan and his commanders gather.
Aryan gestures to the large map of Kaligarh and surrounding lands.
ARYAN
Kaligarh is guarded by roughly 40,000 soldiers. Infantry, cavalry, and archers. They have four generals commanding different sectors.
He points to each area:
General Vashan: Defends the northern gate with 10,000 infantry and archers.
General Dharan: Oversees the eastern wall and holds 8,000 cavalry.
General Bhargav: Controls the southern districts with 12,000 infantry and reserves.
General Suren: Commands the western gate and artillery with 10,000 men.
Aryan's forces number 30,000 soldiers with 8,000 cavalry and 3,000 Wolf Riders.
SCENE 4 – THE PLAN
Aryan taps the map with a slender finger.
ARYAN
We don't have the numbers to storm the city head-on. But that's not our plan.
He turns to Varka, the Wolf Riders' leader.
ARYAN
Varka, your riders will take the hidden paths around the eastern walls. Silent and swift. Cut off their supply lines and reinforcements.
Varka nods grimly.
ARYAN (to Reva)
You will command the spies inside the city. We need eyes and ears everywhere—especially near the four generals.
Reva smirks.
REVA
Already working on it.
ARYAN (to Kaamaya)
Your caravans and merchants will smuggle weapons, food, and bribe the city guards to keep them loyal—or at least quiet.
Kaamaya grins.
KAAMAYA
Money talks. I listen.
Aryan turns to Meena.
ARYAN
You will lead the southern assault team. Your knowledge of the terrain will give us an advantage.
Meena bows sharply.
MEENA
It will be done.
SCENE 5 – THE FINAL MOVE
Aryan looks over the map again, calm but fierce.
ARYAN
The siege will start in ten days. Meanwhile, we starve Kaligarh of supplies and sabotage their defenses. The city is strong, but their fear is stronger.
He leans closer.
ARYAN
This war isn't just about swords and arrows—it's about minds, alliances, and trust. We strike where they don't expect. And when the gates fall, Kaligarh will remember who its true king is.
SCENE 6 – THE ENVOY'S DEPARTURE
Harish bows deeply.
HARISH
King Aryan, Suryapur stands with you. When the time comes, you will not stand alone.
Aryan smiles, the weight of the coming battle heavy but his spirit unbroken.
📘 End of Chapter 39