The quiet night was suddenly filled with chaos at the Kohli mansion. Prachi stood frozen for a second, her hands instinctively clutching her swollen belly, as warm fluid gushed down, soaking her clothes. A sharp gasp escaped her lips.

"Ranbir!" she called out breathlessly, panic and excitement mixing in her voice.

Ranbir, who was on a late-night call pacing near the balcony, turned sharply at the sound. His heart skipped a beat as he saw Prachi holding onto the sofa for support, a mixture of pain and anticipation in her eyes.

"Prachi! Tum theek ho? Oh God... water broke(Prachi! You are ok? Oh god...water broke?)" His voice cracked with urgency as he rushed to her side.

Esha: Hurry up yaar! 😟

"Haan... mera... baby... ab bas aa raha hai Ranbir(Yes... my... baby...is coming now Ranbir)," she winced, trying to steady her breathing.

"Oh no, no tension... bas main hoon na(Oh no, no tension...it's just I am here)," Ranbir said nervously, more to himself than to Prachi. "Deep breaths, Prachi. Hospital... ambulance... I got this."

He fumbled for his phone, yelling at the top of his lungs. "Kartik! Dad! Sab log uth jao(Kartik! Dad! Everyone get up!)"

Babita and Namrata came rushing out from the guest room, followed by Raj, Dhruv, and the entire household. The festive air of the last few weeks turned into high-stakes anticipation.

"Ranbir, ambulance bulayi kya(Ranbir, did you call an ambulance?)" Raj shouted, already grabbing the car keys in case the ambulance took too long.

"Haan Chachu, bulata hoon(Yes uncle, I will call!)" Ranbir managed to say while dialing furiously. Namrata guided Prachi to sit comfortably on the couch.

"Prachi, bas thoda patience. Sab theek hoga(Prachi, just have a little patience. Everything will be fine)," Namrata reassured her, stroking her back gently.

Esha: Choti toh uski ke liye humesha hai(Little sister is always there for her!)"🥹

"Mujhe bas baby ka dekhna hai(I just want to see the baby)," Prachi whispered, tears brimming in her eyes, overwhelmed by the moment. "Ranbir... jaldi karo(Ranbir... hurry up...)"

"Ho gaya! Ambulance aa rahi hai(Done! The ambulance is coming)," Ranbir said, kneeling beside her, taking her hand into his. "Bas baby se milne ka waqt aa gaya hai Prachi... you are my fighter. Don't worry(It's time to meet the baby Prachi... You are my fighter. Don't worry!)" His voice softened, despite the adrenaline rushing through his veins.

The siren wailed in the distance. Ranbir picked Prachi up carefully, ignoring everyone's protests. "Mera haq hai... main apni wife ko le jaunga(It's my right... I will take my wife)," he said fiercely.

Esha: Wah what a line! 😭

The family hurried behind them as Prachi was gently placed into the ambulance, Ranbir hopping in beside her without missing a beat.

"Prachi, main saath hoon. Baby ke first cry se lekar sab moments hum dono milke karenge... bas thoda aur(Prachi, I am with you. From baby's first cry to all the moments we will do together...just a little more)," Ranbir whispered, wiping sweat off her forehead.

"Ranbir... bas meri haath pakdo(Ranbir...just hold my hand)," Prachi pleaded through the contractions.

"Hamesha(Always)," he promised, pressing a firm kiss to her damp forehead.

As the ambulance sped toward the hospital, Ranbir couldn't help but feel tears prick his eyes — a moment they had dreamed of was finally here.

In his heart, he prayed for the safety of both his queen and their miracle. Whatever happened next, it would be their most magical chapter yet.

The delivery room was filled with tension, the air thick with anticipation. Prachi's cries echoed through the hospital corridor, each one pulling at Ranbir's heart. He stood just outside the delivery room, pacing like a man on the edge, palms sweaty, muttering prayers under his breath.

"Please God... bas dono ko safe rakhna(Please God... just keep both of them safe)," he whispered, biting his lip anxiously.

Inside, Prachi clutched the bed rail, beads of sweat covering her forehead. The nurse reassured her while the doctor encouraged one last push. "Almost there, Prachi! Bas thoda aur(Almost there, Prachi! Just a little more!)"

With every ounce of strength left, Prachi let out a final cry. And then... a moment of silence.

Suddenly, the most beautiful sound filled the room — the sharp, high-pitched cry of a newborn. Prachi's teary eyes widened, a breath of relief escaping her lips. "Mera bacha(My baby)," she whispered weakly.

Esha: Why is the entire fandom crying now?!😭

Outside, the nurse burst through the doors, beaming as the entire family jumped to their feet, hearts racing.

"It's a—" the nurse began, but before she could finish, everyone screamed in unison, "Ladki hai na(Is it a girl?!)"

"Haan, haan, ladki hi hogi(Yes, yes, it must be a girl!)" Babita chimed in excitedly, already emotional.

"Wait, wait," Dhruv interrupted dramatically, raising a hand. "Agar ladka hua toh(What if it's a boy?)"

The nurse smirked mischievously. "Toh ladki nahi hogi(So it won't be a girl?)"

"Matlab ladka hai(You mean a boy?!)" Dhruv gasped, his eyes wide with shock.

Esha: Oh my goodness! Let her confirm! 🫠

Everyone froze for a second, staring at the nurse in horror.

"Arre nahi, ladki hi hai(Oh no, it's a girl!)" the nurse finally laughed, unable to keep a straight face. "Congratulations! Ek sundar si beti hui hai(Congratulations! You have a beautiful daughter.)"

The entire family erupted into cheers. Raj lifted his arms in celebration. "Meri Bittu ki beti! Ek aur princess ghar aayi hai(My bittu's daughter! Another princess has come home!)"

Babita wiped tears from her eyes. "Hamari Kohli khandan ki Lakshmi(Our Kohli family's Lakshmi!)"

Esha: Kisi uspar nazar na rakhiye(Don't let anyone put an eye on her!)🥲

Ranbir, stunned for a moment, grinned ear to ear. "Meri Rachi aayi hai(My Rachi has come)," he whispered to himself, overwhelmed by joy.

https://youtu.be/v-NBO5Ucx5M

(I am in love with this song! Listen while reading!😘)

He ran inside the room, tears streaming down his face as he saw Prachi cradling their tiny daughter.

"Prachi... hum jeet gaye(Prachi...we won)," he said softly, sitting beside her and placing a gentle kiss on her forehead.

Prachi looked up at him, her eyes shimmering. "Tumhari princess hai(She is your princess)," she said lovingly.

"Nahi(No)," Ranbir corrected, his voice thick with emotion. "Hamari Rachi hai. Aur duniya ki sabse khoobsurat story ab shuru hoti hai(She is our Rachi. And the most beautiful story in the world begins now.)"

Esha: Best family ever! 😘

Prachi laughed softly through her tears. Their little family was complete, and life had never felt more perfect.

The Kohli mansion was buzzing with excitement and joy. Reporters had gathered outside the grand entrance, eager to catch the first glimpse of India's most beloved couple, Ranbir and Prachi, and their newborn daughter. Balloons and flowers decorated the entire space as friends and family prepared for the grand introduction of baby Rachi.

The media frenzy escalated as Ranbir, dressed in an elegant sherwani, walked confidently toward the crowd, holding Prachi's hand. In her arms was their little princess, wrapped in a soft white blanket. The world wanted a glimpse of the newest member of the Kohli family, but for Ranbir and Prachi, this was about sharing their happiness with the people who had always supported them.

Ranbir addressed the media first, his voice warm but protective. "Hum bahut shukr guzar hain aap sab ka, jo aaj yahan humari khushi ka hissa banne aaye hain. Ye hamari beti hai — Rachi Kohli(We are very thankful to all of you who have come here today to be a part of our happiness. This is our daughter – Rachi Kohli.)"

Prachi smiled, her eyes brimming with pride. "Humari pyaar ki kahani ka ek naya chapter shuru hua hai(A new chapter of our love story has started.)"

Cheers erupted from the crowd, and flashes from cameras lit up the space. Even amidst the frenzy, Ranbir stood steady, shielding Prachi and Rachi from the chaos.

Suddenly, a familiar voice called from behind, "Prachi, Ranbir!"

It was Dhavani, glowing with happiness as she walked toward them. But what caught everyone's attention was the handsome, poised man walking beside her.

Prachi's eyes widened in surprise. "Dhavani! Tum toh Switzerland gayi thi(Dhavani!! You were gone to Switzerland?)"

Dhavani grinned mischievously. "Aur wapas apne true love ke saath aayi hoon(And I have come back with my true love.)" She turned toward the tall, charming man with sharp features and kind eyes. "Meet Abhishek Malhotra... mera sachcha pyaar(Meet Abhishek Malhotra... my true love.)"

Esha: She finally got her hero! 😜

Abhishek smiled warmly, extending his hand to Ranbir. "It's a pleasure to finally meet you, Ranbir."

Ranbir shook his hand firmly, curiosity sparking in his eyes. "Dhavani ki toh kahani jaane pehle kaafi uljhanon se bhari thi... par lagta hai finally sab kuch perfect hai(Dhavani's story was full of complications before it started... but it seems that finally everything is perfect.)"

Dhavani nodded emotionally. "Haan, Abhi mujhe waise accept karta hai jaise main hoon... bina kisi condition ke(Yes, Abhi accepts me the way I am... without any conditions.)"

Prachi held Dhavani's hand tightly, tears welling up in her eyes. "Main tumhare liye itni khush hoon, Dhavani(I am so happy for you, Dhavani.)"

Esha: Me too! 😃

"Thank you, Prachi," Dhavani whispered gratefully. "Tumne hamesha mujhe samjha, aur meri galtiyon ke baad bhi mujhe pyaar diya(You always understood me, and loved me even after my mistakes.)"

As the media captured this beautiful moment, Ranbir smiled and whispered to Prachi, "Shaadi ka season toh jaise chal hi raha hai(It seems like the wedding season is going on.)"

Prachi chuckled softly. "Aur Rachi ke liye sabse acchi duniya ban rahi hai(And the best world is creating for Rachi.)"

Ranbir gently kissed his daughter's forehead. "Hamari Rachi ko hamesha pyar hi milega(Our Rachi will always get love.)"

Little Rachi quickly became the heartbeat of the Kohli family. Her infectious laughter echoed through the mansion, filling every corner with joy. With her chubby cheeks and mischievous smile, she was a bundle of pure love — everyone's little treasure.

From the moment she started crawling, Rachi was unstoppable. Whether it was pulling Ranbir's tie while he worked or sitting on Prachi's lap during family meals, she made sure all attention was on her.

But there was one person who stood above everyone else in her tiny heart — Kairav.

The bond between the two was unbreakable. Kairav, always gentle and protective, treated Rachi like his little princess. He was the one who taught her to clap her hands, carried her on his back for endless rides, and read her bedtime stories with animated voices that made her giggle endlessly.

Esha: Yahaan pyaaj kaun kaat raha hai(Who is chopping onions here?)🧅🤧

One sunny afternoon, the family gathered in the living room. Naira and Kartik were watching TV, Namrata and Dhruv were arguing playfully, while Ranbir chased a crawling Rachi around the couch.

"Rachi, say Papa!" Ranbir coaxed, his voice filled with determination.

Prachi laughed, teasing, "Woh Papa nahi, Mumma bolegi pehle(It's not Papa, she will say Mumma first!)"

But Rachi had her own mind. She looked around, scanning the faces she loved, and then her eyes landed on Kairav, who was smiling at her with a goofy grin.

"Kai... Kai!"

Esha: I knew it! 🥹

The room froze for a second before erupting into joyful chaos.

"Kairav! Kairav! Uska pehla shabd tumhara naam hai(Kairav! Kairav! His first word is your name!)" Naira exclaimed, clapping her hands.

Kairav's face lit up with pride. "Dekha, main toh pehle se favourite tha(See, I was already a favorite!)" he teased Ranbir.

Ranbir groaned dramatically. "Yeh toh cheating hai! Usko Papa bolna tha(This is cheating! She had to say Papa!)" 

Rachi, oblivious to the commotion, giggled and crawled toward Kairav, who scooped her up into his arms.

Prachi wiped a happy tear from her eye. "Hamari princess ne apna prince bhaiya toh chhunti le liya(Our princess chose her prince brother.)"

Kairav grinned and kissed Rachi's forehead. "Koi baat nahi, Ranbir chachu... aapko second chance milega. Tab tak Rachi meri hai(No problem, Ranbir uncle... you will get a second chance. Till then Rachi is mine!)"

Everyone laughed as Ranbir threw his hands up in mock defeat.

Rachi's first word had cemented her place as Kairav's little shadow — the toddler who brought endless joy and unity to the Kohli family.

The day had finally arrived — Akshara Academy was officially buzzing with vibrant energy. After months of preparations and Prachi's careful supervision, lessons were about to begin in full swing. The large, airy hall filled with rhythmic beats of classical and contemporary music, each room resonating with the soulful tunes of Kathak, Bharatnatyam, Bollywood, and Bhangra.

Prachi, with Rachi in her arms, walked gracefully through the academy, ensuring every class was running smoothly. Her eyes sparkled with pride as she watched Naira captivating her students with elegant Kathak movements, Namrata leading an energetic Bollywood dance session, and Raj energetically guiding the Bhangra enthusiasts.

"Chalo Rachi, aaj Mumma tumhe kuch special dikhayegi(Come on Rachi, today Mumma will show you something special!)," Prachi whispered playfully as Rachi clapped her tiny hands in excitement.

Ranbir entered just then, leaning casually against the doorframe with a proud grin. "Kya baat hai(Wow), looks like Rachi is ready to take over the dance academy!" he teased.

"Ruko, abhi toh bas shuruaat hai(Wait, this is just the beginning)," Prachi replied with a smirk.

Rachi, curious as ever, wiggled out of Prachi's arms and toddled toward the Bhangra section where Raj was showing off signature moves. Namrata laughed, "Dekho dekho, yeh toh apni chhoti Rockstar banegi(Look, she's going to be her own little rockstar!)"

"Kahan ki Rockstar, yeh toh humari classical princess banegi(Where is the rock star, she will become our classical princess!)," Naira chimed in from the Kathak floor.

Before anyone could argue further, Rachi did something unexpected — she plopped onto the dance mat, lifted her chubby hands, and mimicked a slow twirl she had seen Naira do moments ago. The whole room gasped.

Esha: Wah ji! 😆

"Arrey wah!" Kartik exclaimed. "Humari Rachi ne toh pehla dance kar diya(Our Rachi did the first dance!)"

Prachi's eyes glistened with happy tears as she whispered, "Meri beti toh meri chhoti inspiration hai(My daughter is my little inspiration.)"

Ranbir couldn't help but beam. "Dekho Prachi, academy ka asli boss kaun hai(Look Prachi, who is the real boss of the academy.)"

As the family clapped and cheered, Rachi giggled, soaking in the joy and love around her.

Prachi knelt beside her and kissed her forehead. "Mumma ko tum par bahut garv hai, Rachi (Mumma is very proud of you, Rachi.)"

Ranbir joined her, pulling both Prachi and Rachi into a warm embrace. "Yeh toh sirf shuruaat hai, Prachi. Tumhari academy ke saath saath humari Rachi bhi apne sapne jeeyegi(This is just the beginning, Prachi. Along with your academy, our Rachi will also live her dreams.)"

Esha: Hayeee! 

And so, Akshara Academy was not just a place of learning but a home of dreams — where Rachi danced, laughed, and grew up surrounded by the love of her family, blossoming into a joyful little star.