Virat Palace, Queen Sudeshna's room,

Queen Sudeshna could not sleep for the last few days. Everything was getting so confusing day by day. First King Virat's charioteer was missing for some time. Then the spies informed the king that Hastinapur's army which was just 4 days away from the Matsya border, suddenly disappeared in thin air. Now 2 days later the spies reported that Hastinapur's army was quite far away from the border and would take more time to reach there. Now again, the royal court entertainer, royal cook and two of the servants who were working on the stable and dairy farm were also missing. Everyone was suspecting that those were the spies sent by Hastinapur and they now fled away as the war was approaching. 

'My queen,' queen came out from her thought. Sairindhri, her personal maid called her. 'Why are you so tensed?'

Sudeshna, 'Sairindhri, I am really scared. Maharaj went to the border with the soldiers. Hastinapur brought a huge army and in comparison to that, we have nothing. And some of the spies were also staying here in the palace with us. Oh God! I cannot believe it. Those spies were here and we did not know anything.'

Sairindhri, 'Maharani, don't worry. You cannot understand their disappearance, that does not mean they are harmful. Believe in me, everything will be alright.'

Four days later,

King Virat was facing the huge army of Hastinapur. Though it seemed impossible for Virat's soldiers to win but king Virat was confident. He again got information from the mysterious well-wishers that Hastinapur's army was tired and still due to Yuvraj Dusshasshan's insistence the soldiers were ready to fight without delay. So king Virat if could manage to use proper strategies, there was a good chance of winning. King Virat's commander in chief was at first skeptical about the secret letter but from their spies, they also got the same information. No both the armies were ready to start the war. With the blowing of conch both the armies rushed towards each other. 

Though Virat army fought valiantly but Hastinapur's army though tired but had an upper hand as they have more soldiers. They also had great warriors like Aswatthama and Yuyutsu. Aswatthama launched many divine weapons which created havoc on the Virat army. King Virat's charioteer was also killed.

While a little away from the battlefield on the top of a hill five figures were standing. One of them said, 'Jyasht, I think we need to intervene. Matsya army cannot win against them.'

Another man who was huge said, 'I am worried about the palace and the common citizens. Dusshasshan and Vikarna will attack them with Shakuni Mama.'

One short man said, 'Don't worry anuj. Thanks to your son that we got the news early and prepared ourselves. Avni and Arjun was there. Dusshasshan attacked the palace with fewer soldiers, Avni and Arjun are enough for them. But for now, we need to go to the warzone. Come on.'

The five figures jumped from the cliff and rushed towards the battlefield. King Virat fell from his chariot, he was almost sure that he was going to die. He closed his eye to remember his family for the last time and to get ready for the fatal blow. But the blow did not come. Instead, he heard a loud crashing noise. Opening his eyes he saw a glowing arrow came in front of him and covered a protective barrier around him. Looking behind he saw...his old charioteer was standing behind him with a bow. Beside him, he saw all the missing persons whom he thought as the spies of Hastinapur as they were all missing from his kingdom. Before he could comprehend anything, suddenly he saw a glow of light and in front of his eyes and the man's appearance changed. In front of him, instead of a short, fatty, old man, there was a tall, muscular young man with radiance like a God. The other four also raised their weapons and charged towards the army. 

Then the entire scenario of the war was changed completely. The five warriors fought like mighty lions, in front of which the army of Hastinapur could not stand. The radiant young man stood in front of King Virat and started dueling with Aswatthama. Both of them fought courageously but the young man was more capable than Dronputra himself. His arrows at last disarmed  Aswatthama. The young Panchalraj ran away from the battlefield to save his life. While another unknown warrior who seemed to have strength like 1000 elephants killed many Kaurava princes with his mace. He charged towards them like a mad bull and just seeing him many soldiers ran away for their life. Others also used spear, sword and axe and destroyed most of the army. At last, the war was over and Matsya's army was victorious. 

The radiant young man came near king Virat and asked politely, 'Are you okay your highness?'

King Virat, 'Who are you? And why did you help us?'

Before the young man could answer, suddenly an eagle came a sat on the man's shoulder. The man seemed like listening to the eagle and then the eagle flew away.

The man, 'Maharaj, Yuvraj Dusshasshan attacked your capitol with his mama Shakuni and some other Kauravas. But don't worry, your palace and capital are safe.'

Virat, 'What? But how? We don't have many soldiers stationed there.'

Another man came and said, 'Thanks to our brother and our bhabishri. They helped to defend your family and common citizens.'

The radiant young man said, 'King please let's go back to the palace. Then we will give your answers.'

Matsya Capital, a few hours back

Prince Uttar was getting ready to go for the battle. they were informed that a part of Hastinapur's army was moving towards the capital. Though they did not have many soldiers but still prince Uttar did not want to surrender without a fight. Prince Uttar was a young lad full of excitement but had no proper strategies. He enthusiastically tried to encourage the remaining soldiers to go for the war but was failing miserably. Most of the soldiers were scared as they knew it would going to be their last fight. 

Prince Uttar gathered all the soldiers in front of the palace and said, 'We will surely win this battle. We have to protect the capital and the palace.'

One soldier, 'But Yuvraj, we cannot win even if we try hard. The army is big and they have Dusshasshan, Shakuni and some other Kauravas.'

Uttar, 'I am enough for them.'

'Overconfidence is fatal, Yuvraj,' suddenly they heard a voice. Turning behind Uttar saw the royal doctor was standing behind him along with princess Uttara, Sairindhri and Brihannala.

The royal doctor, 'Yuvraj, you need a proper strategy to defeat them.'

Uttar haughtily, 'You are a doctor, not a warrior. A true Kshatriya doesn't need strategies. They are more than capable enough to fight.'

Princess Uttara, 'Bhrata, you shall not disrespect him. He is speaking the truth. No war can be won without proper planning.'

Uttar, 'You are a woman, what do you know about wars?'

The royal doctor, 'Yuvraj, Devi Durga is also a woman but even Devs need her to win against evil. The army of Hastinapur needs to pass the narrow mountain range to reach here. If we arrange our soldiers properly, we can easily kill the soldiers in that region. Otherwise, it will be impossible to defeat them.'

The experienced soldiers also agreed with the doctor's words. Uttar grudgingly agreed but angry as a mere doctor was trying to teach him how to fight?

Uttar along with his soldiers waited for the HP army on the narrow path between the mountains. The doctor and Brihannala also came with him. At first, Uttar disagreed but Sairindhri insisted to take Brihannala with them as she could be helpful. The doctor asked Uttar to wait so that the army could enter the mountain pass and only then did they need to attack. But seeing the enemy entering inside the pass Uttar in excitement jumped from the hill and charged. Seeing Yuvraj's foolish act all the soldiers also jumped to protect him. HP army was feigning to retreat but they formed a Vyuh and trapped Uttar and other Virat army there.

Avni and Brihannala were waiting on the hill. 

Avni, 'I knew it, that impulsive prince will do something foolish. Now, look what happened.'

Arjun, 'Bhabishri, we need to save them. Let's show those Kauravas the strength of Prithvikumari and third Pandav. I am sure Jyasht and other brothers already made churma of the other half of the HP army.'

Avni, 'Yes let's go. Jai Mahakal.'

They jumped from the cliff and charged towards the battlefield. Arjun took out his Gandiv and launched Sahasravaan to the army. Kauravas were stunned to see that as they knew only Karna and Arjun could do that. He also used many daivi astras to destroy the soldiers. On the other hand, Dusshasshan and other Kauravas surrounded prince Uttar and started beating him. Uttar fell on the ground and he felt that it was his end. Kauravas were going to stab him with the swords and Uttar closed his eyes. But the hit did not come, opening his eyes he saw that a sword was blocking all the attacks on him. Looking up, he saw the royal doctor was blocking all the swords with his. Then he started fighting with the Kauravas. Uttar was stunned to see the skill. He was also shocked to see that Brihannala's prowess in archery. Both of them started to defeat the army. Seeing their strength and courage all the soldiers also got excited and fought bravely. Both Avni and Arjun killed many Kauravas but Avni let Vikarna go as she knew that he was not evil. He just came here on Dusshasshan's insistence.  

After the war, Uttar asked, 'Who are you? Please forgive me as I insulted you. Both of you are really great warriors.'

Avni, 'Yuvraj, let me tell you one thing. Don't think all Ksatriya males are great warriors and others are weak. It depends on a person's inner strength.'

Uttar was ashamed. He said, 'I promise you, sir. I will never in the future think others weak. But please tell me who you really are.'

Both the doctor and Brihannala smiled at each other and then in front of Uttar a bright light engulfed them and then in front of the prince both of their appearance changed and now there stood a beautiful woman and a muscular man. The woman smiled and said, 'Let's go back, prince. Your father will also be there along with our other family members. There we will disclose our identity.'

Later in the Virat Palace court,

King Virat was sitting on his throne. All his ministers were also with him. In front of him were standing six men and a woman. King Virat said, 'Please at least now tell me who you are? You helped me to protect my country and family. I know you cannot be some common warriors. Please tell me your identity.'

A man with unique radiance said, 'Maharaj, let another member of my family come here. Only then we will tell you our identity.'

Suddenly a messenger came and said, 'Maharaj, Dwarkadheesh Shri Krishna is coming in the palace.'

Everyone except Karna, Avni and Panadavas were shocked to hear that Shri Krishna himself was coming to Matsya kingdom. Later Shri Krishna entered the palace and King Virat and Queen Sudeshna welcomed him. Entering into the sabha Krishna went straight to Karna and hugged him, 'Dear Brother, I am so happy that you guys are safe.' Then he looked at King Virat and said, 'Maharaj, thank you for helping my family.'

King Virat (dumbfounded), 'Family?'

Krishna, 'Yes my king. They are none other than Ati-Maharathi Parshuram, Brihaspati and Shukracharya Shishya, Digvijayee Karna, the greatest warrior of Aryavart and the others are Pandavas. And these two women are my shakhis, Prithvikumari Avantika, wife of Karna and Pandavas' wife Draupadi.'

Then he said about the Agyatvaas and how all of them changed themselves to pass their exile. King Virat was overwhelmed and he was very happy that Ati-Maharathi Karna himself was in front of him. He learned about Karna's valor and seeing him and Devi Avantika in front of him, he was really excited. King Viart even requested Karna, 'Sir it's a great honor to have you as a guest here. I always want a great warrior as my son-in-law. Maharathi, please accept my daughter Uttara as your wife. it will be an honor for me to have a relationship with the esteemed Kuru family' Everybody was stunned to hear the proposal but Karna smiled and said, 'Maharaj, first of all, princess Uttara is very young, in fact, she is in the age of my daughter. How can I even think of marrying her? I know Kshatriya men can marry many women and age is not a bar for them but I don't believe in that kind of stupid notion. A girl shall marry someone with whom her age can be matched. And secondly, I am not a Kuru and most importantly, I am already married. I believe in Ek Patni Dharma just like Pravu Shri Ram. So, I will never ever marry anyone else. So I suggest you to wait for few more years so that princess Uttara will be older and then with her consent you can fix her marriage. But please don't use your daughter as a tool for political gain.'

Everyone was impressed hearing his ideologies. Then Karna, Avni and all others left for Dwarka. During their journey, Karna asked Krishna, 'Pravu, I can sense an upcoming danger in Hastinapur. I think something big is going to happen which will be disastrous for the Kuru family.'

Krishna, 'Karna, you are right. The asuras are planning to attack Hastinapura and this time we also cannot do anything.'

Karna, 'Pravu I don't understand one thing. Why Bhayankarasur did not attack mother earth till now? All sons of Bhayankarasur got their boons from Mahadev, a long time back. Then why did they wait for so long.'

Krishna, 'Karna, after the war between Shri Ram and Ravan in Treta, many sages did penance to protect mother earth and to stop the rise of Asurs again. So even the Asurs got powers now, they cannot do anything directly as the Punya of all the great sages are protecting mother earth. So to spread Adharma, they made alliances with many kingdoms. All the sins committed by them, weaken the protection given by the sages. Now the sins have reached to its peak. And also the Blood Lunar eclipse is coming which will completely destroy the protection. At that time, the dark powers of the Asurs will reach their optimum level and then even Tridevs or Tridevis also could not do anything. Till now the Asurs did not do anything as they did not want to engage Dwarka but now the situation changes.'

Karna, 'What? But what will happen then? And Tridevs and Tridevis will also not do anything? How will it happen? It is impossible.'

Krishna, 'No Karna, nothing is impossible. Now our only hope is you. Let us go back to Dwarka and I will tell you everything.'