Chapter 6: A Glimpse of the Divine

One day, as Krishna and Vihaan ventured deeper into the forest than usual, a radiant figure materialized before them. It was a sage, his eyes twinkling with celestial light, his form shimmering with an otherworldly aura.

"Greetings, Nanda Kumar," the sage said, addressing Krishna. "I have been sent by the gods to reveal to you your true identity."

Vihaan held his breath. He knew this moment, the revelation of Krishna's divine nature, was a pivotal point in the story. He watched with bated breath as the sage unfolded the scroll of destiny, revealing Krishna's true lineage and his role as the eighth avatar of Lord Vishnu.

Krishna listened intently, his expression a mask of serenity. He had always known, deep down, that he was more than just a cowherd boy. But hearing the confirmation from a divine messenger filled him with a renewed sense of purpose.

The sage turned to Vihaan, a knowing smile playing on his lips. "And you, young Vihaan," he said. "Your path, too, is intertwined with the divine. Though you are not of this time, you have been brought here for a reason."

Vihaan felt a shiver run down his spine. He had always suspected that his presence in Dwapara Yuga was not a mere coincidence, but the sage's words confirmed his deepest suspicions.

"Remember, young one," the sage continued, "your knowledge from the future is a gift, but it is also a burden. Use it wisely, for the choices you make will have a profound impact on the events to come."

With that, the sage vanished as quickly as he had appeared, leaving behind a stunned silence. Vihaan and Krishna exchanged a look, their eyes filled with a mixture of awe and determination.

They returned to Gokul with a renewed sense of purpose. Krishna, now fully aware of his divine mission, began to subtly prepare the villagers for the challenges that lay ahead. He taught them the importance of righteousness, of standing up to injustice, and of trusting in the power of good to overcome evil.

Vihaan, meanwhile, continued to share his knowledge and skills with the community. He introduced new farming techniques, taught them basic hygiene practices, and helped them build sturdier homes. He also began to discreetly spread awareness of Kansa's tyranny, sowing the seeds of rebellion in the hearts of the oppressed.

As the months passed, the bond between Krishna and Vihaan deepened. They were more than just friends; they were confidantes, advisors, and partners in a shared destiny. They knew that the road ahead would be fraught with danger, but they also knew that they were not alone.

The people of Gokul, inspired by Krishna's charisma and Vihaan's wisdom, were ready to stand with them. A sense of unity and purpose spread through the village, a collective yearning for freedom and justice.

And as the dark clouds of Kansa's reign gathered on the horizon, the stage was set for an epic showdown between good and evil, a battle that would determine the fate of Mathura and shape the course of history.