Small Story 743
Life Is Beautiful – 88
After all the guests had left, Anusha Madam sat with Ram and Vasanthi for a while and spoke affectionately.
“Honestly, all our friends were surprised to know that Ram is 57 and Vasanthi is 53. Both of you still look graceful, dignified, and respectable.”
Ram looked at Vasanthi. Vasanthi looked back at him, and they both smiled.
Ram replied, “Madam, I believe it is God’s grace that we are blessed to look and feel this way. More importantly, our intention in life is to bring people together and help those who genuinely deserve support.”
Anusha Madam smiled and said, “Very few people have such a nature. I have known Vasanthi for 23 years, and I have seen her kindness and concern for others throughout this period. You both should live a long and happy life and continue doing good for others.
“Even before her marriage, Vasanthi took responsibility for Kaadhambari and made many sacrifices for her. That itself shows what kind of person she is. And through Kaadhambari, I have also come to know about you, Ram, and how you quietly helped a deserving student. Today, that student is comfortably settled in life.
“It is remarkable that, in your own ways, both of you have helped a deserving girl and a deserving boy find a better and more secure future. Perhaps, in some mysterious way, this was God’s desire—to bring the two of you together after so many years.”
She paused for a moment and then asked, “Ram, what time is your flight tomorrow?”
Ram replied, “Madam, my flight is at 5 p.m. I have spent one wonderful month in this city, and the memories I have created here will remain with me forever.”
Anusha Madam smiled and said, “I can understand what you are feeling. I can see how deeply this city has touched your heart.”
After spending some more time with them, Ram left for his guest house.
That evening, Vasanthi planned to meet Ram at his guest house, and Kaadhambari would also be with them.
As Ram travelled with Kaadhambari, his thoughts went back over the events of the previous two days. Everything that had happened—the reunion with Vasanthi after 26 years, their marriage, the blessings of their friends, and the affection shown by everyone—seemed almost like a beautiful fantasy.
He quietly wondered how life could change so dramatically in just a few days.
But one thing was certain: the memories of these precious moments would remain in his heart forever.
To be continued…
K. Ragavan
24-9-26.
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