Small Story 49.Dad's Legacy.

Small Story Dad's Legacy. Small Story 49 Dad's Legacy Chander moved to Mumbai twenty years ago to work at a leading trading company. He loved the city's fast-paced lifestyle, a stark contrast to his hometown, Thirumangalam, near Madurai. His parents had passed away long ago, and his younger sister, Aarthi, lived in their old house with her son, Nithin. Nithin, a handsome young man, was a regional manager at a pharmaceutical company in Madurai. Every week, he visited Aarthi and Suresh, Chander's father, but they were reluctant to leave their ancestral home. One day, Chander decided to visit his sister's family and booked a flight to Thirumangalam. On the day of his departure, his daughter, Nandhini, watched the news about heavy rains in Tamil Nadu. Concerned, she urged him to cancel the trip. Hesitant but cautious, Chander postponed his visit. Two days later, he received a call from Aarthi. “Anna, our house was damaged in the recent heavy rains. It’s over sixty years old, and the bedrooms are cracked. We had to move to Nithin’s place.” Chander’s heart sank. The house, a treasure trove of childhood memories built by their late father, was deteriorating. Without wasting time, Chander rushed to Thirumangalam. Upon seeing the damage, he spoke to the family contractor. “How much will it cost to repair?” he asked. The contractor sighed, “Prices have gone up. My best quote is six lakhs. I can make it beautiful.” Chander agreed without hesitation. He stayed with Nithin in Madurai while the repairs were underway. In just 45 days, the house was transformed into a stunning haven, retaining its old charm while boasting modern elegance. Chander's love for his parents, especially his father—the dedicated schoolmaster who instilled values of honesty and hard work in him—drove this effort. He felt a deep sense of duty to preserve his father's legacy, turning their beloved home into a beautiful castle that would honor their memory for generations to come K.Ragavan 17-10-24