In the heart of Europe, within the walled stronghold of wealth and intellect, stood the towering legacy of two bloodlines—the Raichands and the Malhotras. Their names were carved into history, not just through power, but through relentless excellence across every domain of the modern world.
And yet, despite their brilliance and fortune, there was one wound neither family had healed: the disappearance of their daughter, Avni Raichand, nearly two decades ago.
They had searched across continents, through whispers of orphanages and forgotten hospitals, never finding closure. Some believed her dead. Others whispered she had been stolen. But in the chambers of the Raichand Consortium, her absence was a silence that lingered in every hall.
The Elders
At the head of this dynasty sat four pillars:
Arjun Raichand, the Supreme Head of the Raichand Consortium, a man whose influence stretched across finance, industries, and global trade. His voice could shift economies. His gaze alone demanded obedience.
Savitri Raichand, his wife, known to the world as the "Iron Lady of Europe." As a Justice at the International Court of Law, her name was feared in courtrooms and revered in academic halls.
Devendra Malhotra, Avni's maternal grandfather, a legendary military strategist whose mind had once steered NATO through its most turbulent crises.
Kalyani Malhotra, the maternal matriarch, founder of elite hospitals and research institutes, her discoveries saving millions of lives.
Together, they were both shield and sword—unbreakable, unchallenged.
Avni's Parents
Aryan Raichand, Avni's father, commanded Raichand Global Holdings from Switzerland. His empire of finance, trade, and technology was unrivaled in Europe.
Sumitra Malhotra-Raichand, her mother, served as Dean of Oxford Medical Academy, hailed as Europe's most brilliant medical researcher. Her dedication to healing balanced the steel of her husband's business.
But behind their power lay grief. The loss of Avni had dimmed their home, no achievement able to mend the absence of their daughter.
The Raichand Brothers and Their Children
Avni had four elder brothers, each a titan in his own field.
Aaryan Raichand – Diplomat & UN Scholar.
Wife: Ishita Raichand, peace mediator.
Children (Triplets):
Arin Raichand – Law prodigy, 4 years older than Mukul.
Aahana Raichand – Rising medical researcher, 2 years older.
Arav Raichand – Business strategist, 1 year younger.
Reyansh Raichand – Corporate tycoon, master of Europe's Energy & Tech.
Wife: Meera Raichand, fashion industry magnate.
Children (Triplets):
Riaan Raichand – Cyber-security expert, same age as Mukul.
Riyaan Raichand – Medical prodigy, 1 year older.
Rishika Raichand – International law student, 2 years younger.
Kabir Raichand – Europe's Military Commander, leader of elite special forces.
Wife: Tanvi Raichand, renowned surgeon.
Children (Triplets):
Kiaan Raichand – Combat strategist, 2 years elder than Mukul.
Kaira Raichand – Genetic scientist, same age as Mukul.
Kian Raichand – Business prodigy, 1 year younger.
Vivaan Raichand – Surgeon & Nobel-nominated biochemist.
Wife: Suhani Raichand, world-class cardiologist.
Children (Triplets):
Veer Raichand – Fighter and leader, 3 years elder than Mukul.
Vanya Raichand – Tech & AI researcher, 2 years elder.
Varun Raichand – Economic analyst, same age as Mukul.
The Malhotra Uncles & Aunts
On her mother's side, Avni had powerful uncles and aunts who were equally entrenched in global leadership.
Aditya Malhotra – UN International Lawyer.
Wife: Priya Malhotra, chemical engineer.
Children (Triplets):
Aarav Malhotra – Young diplomat, 2 years elder than Mukul.
Anika Malhotra – Medicine, same age.
Arjun Malhotra – Law student, 1 year younger.
Raghav Malhotra – Global Defense Strategist.
Wife: Elena Malhotra, European political leader.
Children (Triplets):
Rudra Malhotra – Military cadet, 2 years elder.
Rhea Malhotra – Cyber law student, same age.
Reyansh Malhotra – Surgeon trainee, 1 year younger.
Priyanka Malhotra – Judge in the European Court of Justice.
Husband: Adrian Knight, UK business magnate.
Children:
Damian Knight – Tech innovator, 3 years elder.
Diya Knight – Medical prodigy, same age.
Rhea Malhotra – Scientist in renewable energy.
Husband: Victor Moreau, French defense entrepreneur.
Children:
Luc Moreau – Biotech researcher, 1 year elder.
Liya Moreau – Law scholar, 2 years younger.
The News Arrives
On a quiet evening in Switzerland, the Raichand and Malhotra elders gathered in the Grand Hall. Reports of global markets, military alliances, and academic breakthroughs filled their table as usual—until a sealed letter arrived, bearing the ancient sigil of the Celestial Forge and the Shadow Dominion.
Arjun Raichand broke the seal, his hands steady, but his heart strangely unsettled.
The words inside froze the air in the room.
"Your daughter Avni Raichand lives."
Silence fell. For a heartbeat, the entire hall seemed to stop breathing. Savitri's eyes widened, her iron composure cracking for the first time in years. Devendra's hand tightened on the table, knuckles white. Kalyani whispered her granddaughter's childhood name, tears brimming.
And Aryan Raichand, her father, felt his chest shudder as though the weight of twenty years had suddenly lifted.
"My daughter…" he whispered, his voice breaking. "She lives."
The family that had ruled continents, that had moved armies and markets with a word, was undone in a single moment—by hope reborn.
The Raichands and Malhotras would not rest now.The lost child of their house would be found.
And with her, the boy she carried—the storm-child, Mukul Ahir.