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Chapter 6 - The Pillars of the Yadav Family

While the Sharma's had their home filled with discipline, strategy, and love, the Yadav family in the neighbouring villa brought a different kind of power—one rooted in politics, intellect, and vision. Together, the Sharma's and Yadavs were an unbreakable network, a family forged not just by blood, but by loyalty, respect, and shared destiny.

At the centre stood Devendra Yadav, seventy, the patriarch. A towering figure in Indian politics, he had spent decades shaping policies, guiding communities, and influencing the nation. His mind was sharp as a blade; he could predict moves in political chess games years in advance. Yet at home, he was simply Dadaji—a storyteller, a mentor, and a man whose laughter could fill both villas. His wife, Dr. Ragini Yadav, sixty-seven, was a world-renowned surgeon. Known for her precision and intelligence, she had mastered countless specialties, saving lives across continents. Though formidable in the operating theatre, at home, she nurtured her grandchildren with the same care she showed her patients, balancing authority with warmth.

Their eldest daughter, Dr. Priya Yadav, forty, was married to Rajesh Sharma, linking the two dynasties. But the younger Yadav children also carried incredible skills. Rakesh Yadav, forty-three, a politician and social strategist, was married to Neha Yadav, a brilliant economist. Their children—Samar, Sanya, and Sarthak—were already showing promise in leadership, debate, and creative thinking.

Sneha Yadav, thirty-eight, was a scientist at ISRO, married to Dr. Alok Varma, a space engineer. Their children—Dev, Diya, and Dhruv—spent evenings learning about stars, planets, and robotics, their curiosity encouraged by parents who valued knowledge above all.

The youngest son, Suresh Yadav, thirty-six, ran a multinational textile and tech export business. His wife, Pooja Yadav, thirty-four, was a strategic mind in her own right. Their children—Kunal, Kriti, and Kabir—excelled in sports, coding, and digital media, growing under the watchful eyes of parents who believed in both discipline and freedom.

What made the Yadavs truly remarkable was their balance of intellect, creativity, and social influence. Devendra Yadav could negotiate political agreements across continents, while Ragini Yadav could heal bodies and minds alike. Their children were trained not only to excel academically but to think ethically, act decisively, and serve with purpose.

Even the extended Yadav family contributed to Mukul's world. Each uncle, aunt, and cousin brought expertise: politics, business, science, law, medicine, and social work. Where the Sharma's were strategists and warriors, the Yadavs were visionaries, healers, and guides. Together, they created a safety net that no one could break.

Despite their accomplishments, the Yadavs shared one weakness—their hearts were tied entirely to Mukul. The little boy's laugh, his sketches of seven stars, and his innocent curiosity were treasures to them. Dr. Priya Yadav often marvelled at how Mukul would stare at the stars in the night sky, as though listening to them, and Ragini Yadav would watch him and whisper, "This child is destined for more than we can imagine."

The Yadav villa, like its Sharma neighbour, was alive with learning and laughter. Political debates mingled with stories of scientific discovery. Cooking smells and music drifted across the veranda, connecting both families in a rhythm of daily life. And yet, beneath the surface of this comfort was a shared anxiety. The last prophecy of Acharya Raghunandan Sharma weighed heavily on their minds.

Mukul was still five, but his destiny was already shaping the future. Every lesson taught by the Sharma's, every word of guidance from the Yadavs, every protection they could offer—it was all in preparation for what lay ahead.

For now, the Yadav family stood as a beacon of wisdom, love, and resilience. They were the second pillar, complementing the Sharma's' strength, ensuring that Mukul, the boy with seven stars on his neck, was surrounded by guidance, care, and unmatched expertise.

As the sun set over the twin villas, golden light spilled across the veranda, touching both families. Though separated by walls of fate in the future, they were united now, ready to nurture, protect, and shape the boy whose destiny would one day stretch far beyond Delhi.

And somewhere far away, on an island surrounded by the endless sea, Mukul would learn that the lessons of his families were not just comforts—they were lifelines.

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