Small Story 698
Life Is Beautiful – 43
Murthy’s daughter came inside, looked at everyone, and said,
“Good morning, everyone. Today, we performed the Satyanarayana Puja at our home. I have brought the prasad from the puja. Please accept it.”
She then distributed the prasad to everyone.
Ram said, “Thank you.”
Prasanna said, “This is Murthy’s daughter, Nirmala. She is studying at Maharani College.”
Raj said, “You are very fortunate. You have received the grace and blessings of Lord Satyanarayana. This will be a wonderful blessing for your new job and your new home.”
Prasanna replied, “It is true that I am very fortunate. But the reason for that is your blessings and good wishes.”
Hearing Prasanna’s reply, Raj was very happy. His humility and simplicity deeply impressed Raj.
“People like you have become very rare in today’s world. Prasanna, I have no doubt that you will have a bright and successful future. There are two reasons for this. First, today you have received the prasad of Lord Satyanarayana. The second reason is that you are Ram’s disciple,” Raj said.
Prasanna replied, “Thank you, Uncle. Ram Uncle is the reason for whatever position I am in today. From the day I met him eight years ago, he has continuously supported and helped me with my education and with the job I have today.”
Tears welled up in Prasanna’s eyes.
Ram had never expected to hear such words from him.
Raj said, “Ram, we are truly proud of you. Even though we are your close friends, you never once told us about Prasanna.”
Ram replied, “Please forgive me, Raj. I have never had the habit of telling others about the small acts of help I do for good people. Likewise, even when my friends share their personal problems with me, I never reveal their personal matters to anyone else. I believe that trust and respecting each other’s privacy are very important in friendship. I do not know whether this is good or bad, but this has been my nature since childhood, and I have always followed it.”
Tears welled up in Raj’s eyes as well as in the eyes of Murthy’s daughter, Nirmala. They were both deeply moved by Ram’s noble character.
(To be continued...)
K. Ragavan
10-8-26