Small Story 450.

Small Story 450 Magic Code 9 0450 – While Prasad was talking on the phone, his wife Nandhita brought him a cup of tea. After finishing the call, he placed the phone beside him. Softly, Nandhita asked, “Who was it, dear?” Prasad replied, “My bank officer. He’s coming this evening to deliver my new credit card. Since I’ve been one of their old customers and have been using the card for more than twenty years, he wants to hand it over personally.” “In that case, let me prepare some snacks,” said Nandhita. “Alright, dear,” Prasad nodded. A few minutes later, their daughter Asha called from the Netherlands. “Hi Dad, how are you and Mom?” “We are fine,” said Prasad. “Asha, I tried calling you for the past ten minutes. Your phone was busy.” Prasad explained about the credit card delivery. Hearing it, Asha was delighted. “Dad, it’s a big deal for them to come in person. It’s because you’ve used the card responsibly for so many years, travelled wisely, and always paid your bills fifteen days in advance. I’ve noticed your discipline all these years,” she said. Then she added, “This time, when you choose your new PIN number, I have a suggestion.” “Tell me, dear. I always listen to your advice,” said Prasad. Asha said, “Use the four-digit PIN 0450.” The number surprised Prasad because it not only included his favourite ‘9’ but also reminded him of his birthday. He thanked his daughter and handed the phone to Nandhita. That evening, they warmly welcomed the bank officer, Kempanna, and served him tea and snacks. After he left, Prasad changed his PIN to the number his beloved daughter suggested—one that matched his birthday, which was just four days away. Nandhita too happily approved of the code chosen by their only daughter, Asha. K. Ragavan 5-12-25