Week 12 Story: Sickening

 
Promila receiving Indrajit's head (Source: Wikimedia Commons)

Sickening

Once upon a time, a couple loved each other. The two loved each other so much that it was sickening for other people. They were lovey-dovey all the time, and they didn’t have any fights. They were perfect for each other. Promila and Indrajit, these were their name, could not live without each other and would do anything and everything for each other and to protect each other. However, one day, Indrajit lost a battle against a rare sickness and died, leaving his loving wife alone. Promila was devastated, and she didn’t want to be without the love of her life. So, she took out her life and died, joining her husband.

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And, you, would you die for love?


Author's note: I based my story on Promila and Indrajit's tragic story from the Ramayana. But instead of him dying because of someone else, he died because of a disease. The drabble sums up their story but with a modern touch. Here a summary of their story: 

Indrajit is Ravana's oldest son and he is married to Promila. Their love for one another is undeniable.

One day, a messenger arrives, informing them that Rama killed Indrajit's brothers in the fight against Ravana. Indrajit decides to avenge his brothers, promising his wife that he will return that night. However, as the evening approaches, Indrajit remains absent, and Promila begins to be concerned. She decides she cannot live without the love of her life, so she gathers a small army and marches them to Lanka and Indrajit.

To reach her husband, she must pass through Rama's camp. Rama, on the other hand, can let her move through safely. He appreciated how dedicated she was to her husband. Rama's army regarded Promila with admiration as she walked away. She was able to pass through and reconnect with her husband safely. Indrajit went to pray the following day after Promila helped him get ready for war. Lakshmana emerged from behind the altar, prepared to battle Indrajit as he was praying. Indrajit initially mistook Lakshmana for a god but later realized who he was and accompanied Ravana's brother, Bibhisan. Indrajit labels Bibhisan a liar, claiming that Ravana's wrath will haunt him for the rest of his life. Lakshmana seizes the chance to destroy Indrajit.

When Ravana learned of this, he could not believe Lakshmana would kill an unarmed man. Promila's sorrow overtook her as she realized that her beloved had died. She went up to kiss her boyfriend at the funeral and then stood next to him as fire engulfed them. They were able to be together once more. 


BibliographyNine Ideal Indian Women by Sunity Devee, Maharanee 

Comments

  1. Hi!
    I love this little drabble you've done. I really appreciate having the longer/more detailed summary in your author's note for those of us that may not have read through the original source material! I do like your question at the end of the drabble. It throws everything back on your reader to think about!

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