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Life is never happily ever after ,it's a journey. .

Astitva Sisodiya
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Submitted to Contest #3 in response to the prompt: 'Write a story about life after a "happily ever after"'

Once upon a time, there was a beautiful kingdom called vijaygarh. In this kingdom lived a prince named Sangram Singh and a princess named Chandrakanta. They met each other during a dussehra fest and soon fell in love. Everyone in the kingdom was happy for them because their love story was just like a fairy tale. After many adventures and challenges, they finally got married. The kingdom celebrated their wedding, and everyone believed their story ended with the magical words, “happily ever after.”But life, as it often does, did not stop at the happily ever after. It was just the beginning of a new chapter.---In the beginning, Sangram Singh and Chandrakanta felt like they were living a dream. Their days were full of joy and excitement. They had grand dinners, danced under the stars, and spent hours talking about their future. But after a few months, the newness started to fade. The prince was busy learning how to rule the kingdom, and the princess had many responsibilities as a royal wife. They realized that real life was not like the fairy tales they had heard when they were children.One evening, Chandrakanta was sitting alone in the castle garden, feeling sad. Sangram Singh saw her and asked, “What is wrong, my love?”Chandrakanta sighed, “I thought marriage would be easy. But now I see it takes hard work and patience. I miss the freedom I had before.”Sangram Singh nodded, “I feel the same. Being a ruler is not as simple as I thought. I want to be the man you deserve, but sometimes I don’t know how.”This was the first time they understood that “happily ever after” was not a magic spell that solved all problems. It was a choice to work together, even when things were difficult.---Days turned into weeks, and weeks into months. Sangram Singh and Chandrakanta began to learn how to live with each other’s strengths and weaknesses. They talked openly about their feelings and learned to listen without anger. Sometimes, they disagreed, but they always found a way to compromise. Love became something deeper than just happiness — it became respect and understanding.One cold winter night, Chandrakanta fell seriously ill. Sangram Singh stayed by her side, caring for her every moment. He read stories to her and held her hand through the long nights. When she finally recovered, their bond became stronger. They realized that love was not just about happy moments, but about being there for each other in hard times.---Not long after, they were blessed with a daughter named Rati . She was a bright and curious child, full of energy and wonder. The prince and princess now faced the new challenge of raising a child while managing the kingdom. They often felt tired and worried, but the joy their daughter brought made everything worth it.Parenthood showed them that life after happily ever after was full of new adventures. They had to learn patience, sacrifice, and endless love.---The years passed, and the kingdom of Vijaygarh grew prosperous. Sangram Singh became a wise king, and Chandrakanta a beloved queen. Together, they helped their people and made the kingdom a better place. But life was never without difficulties. They faced threats from neighboring kingdoms, problems in the court, and personal struggles. Sometimes, they made mistakes and faced failures, but they always faced them together.One evening, while watching the sunset from the castle balcony, Chandrakanta said, “Do you remember when we thought life would be perfect after our wedding?”Sangram Singh smiled, “I thought so too, but now I know real happiness is something we create every day.”Chandrakanta took his hand, “Yes, happiness is not a final destination. It is a journey we walk together.”Sangram Singh nodded, “And I am thankful to walk this journey with you.”---Their story was no longer just about a magical wedding day or fairy tale love. It was about the real, everyday life they shared. They taught their daughter that true happiness comes from facing life’s challenges with courage and kindness, not from expecting everything to be perfect.They showed the kingdom that love means patience, forgiveness, and constant effort.---And so, in the kingdom of Vijay garh , the prince and princess lived their lives — not perfect, but full of meaning. They laughed, they cried, they succeeded, and they failed. But through it all, they loved each other more deeply every day.Because sometimes, the most beautiful stories start not at “happily ever after,” but in the life that comes after.--Because sometimes, the most beautiful stories start not at “happily ever after,” but in the life that comes After as the seasons changed, Sangram singh and Chandrakanta discovered new layers of their relationship. The challenges they faced weren’t always grand or dramatic — sometimes they were quiet moments of misunderstanding, small disappointments, or days filled with exhaustion. But each moment was an opportunity to grow stronger together.One spring morning, Chandrakanta found Sangam in the castle library, poring over old scrolls. She smiled softly and whispered, “You’ve been working too hard.” He looked up, tired but determined, “The kingdom depends on it. But I promise, I will never forget to care for you and Rati first.”Their love became a balance between duty and desire, between the demands of ruling a kingdom and the needs of a family. They learned to support each other’s dreams while carrying the weight of their responsibilities.---Rati grew up surrounded by love, laughter, and lessons from her parents. She watched how they faced hardships with bravery and kindness. One day, she asked her mother, “Maa, what is the secret to your happy marriage?”Chandrakanta thought for a moment and replied, “There is no secret spell, my dear. It’s about being patient when things are hard, forgiving when mistakes happen, and always choosing to care even when it’s not easy.”Sangram nodded, adding, “And remember, true love is about partnership. It’s about walking side by side through every storm and sunshine.”Liora smiled, feeling proud of the imperfect yet beautiful love her parents shared.---Years later, when Sangram's hair had started to gray and Chandrakanta’s gentle hands showed the marks of time, they sat together by the hearth, reflecting on their journey.“Do you ever miss the simplicity of those early days?” Chandrakanta asked.“Sometimes,” Sangram admitted. “But I don’t miss the innocence of thinking love would solve everything. I treasure what we have now — a love built on trust, respect, and endless effort.”Chandrakanta leaned her head on his shoulder, “Our story wasn’t about magic. It was about choosing each other every day, through every challenge and joy.”Their kingdom prospered not only because of wise rulership but because its heart was grounded in the real, enduring love of its king and queen.And so, the tale of Sangram and Chandrakanta became more than a fairy tale. It was a story of life’s true magic — the courage to love beyond the perfect moments, the strength to grow through difficulties, and the beauty of a love that evolves with time.In the kingdom of Vijay garh , “happily ever after” wasn’t the end. It was just the beginning of a lifelong adventure — an adventure of love, hope, and the unbreakable bond between two hearts that chose to face the world together.

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Nice story

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Amazing story, very well written..keep it up astitva.

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Very well written.\nGood job !!

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