Father scolding

As the afternoon unfolded, Karan arrived home earlier than usual, greeted by his mother's surprised remark. He explained that their class had been canceled, prompting a skeptical response from his mother. In an attempt to convey the truth, Karan questioned her belief, leading to a light-hearted acknowledgment that she might have stifled laughter. Karan, a bit frustrated, requested his mother's trust, to which she responded with a reassuring, "Okay Karnu, I believe you."

Following this exchange, Karan entered the house while his mother immersed herself in her daily chores. At 1 pm, feeling hunger, he approached his mother, who was taking an afternoon nap. Unsuccessful in receiving a response, he gently tried to wake her, leading to his mother's tired inquiry about his needs. Instead of requesting food directly, Karan opted for an affectionate approach, hugging his mother and requesting rice, a departure from the usual chapatti. Though hesitant, his mother promised to make rice around 2 pm after her nap, during which Karan expressed his joy by playfully hitting her stomach with affectionate words.

True to her word, around 2 pm, Karan's mother prepared rice for him, bringing delight to his hunger. Karan enjoyed his meal while watching TV, appreciating the simple pleasures of a home-cooked dish.

Inquisitive about his father's return, Karan learned that his father would be late due to fertilizing crops. As the day progressed to 8 pm, his father's return marked a shift in the atmosphere. Engaged in feeding buffalos and cleaning their sitting places, Karan found himself subject to his father's stern questioning about spending the day indoors.

His father, a stern figure with a gruff exterior, challenged Karan about his day's activities, expressing concern about him spending too much time indoors. He highlighted the contrast with other kids playing outside, emphasizing the importance of socializing and making friends. Drawing an analogy, his father painted a vivid picture, warning that without venturing outdoors, Karan risked becoming like a rat—a creature unaware of the world, facing dangers unprepared, and displaying mercy when it should be assertive.

Karan, frustrated and wanting to explain, found himself silenced by his father's forceful demeanor. As his father continued, he shared a glimpse into his own past, revealing that he, too, faced mockery and assumptions about his understanding of the world. Despite the harsh tone, it became evident that the father's intentions were rooted in a desire to shield his son from similar challenges.

Desiring to protect his son, his father urged Karan to prove others wrong by showcasing his knowledge of the real world. However, Karan's mother intervened, defending her son from her husband's strictness. After a brief exchange, they settled down to eat, with Karan's father reluctantly agreeing to let the matter rest.

Post-dinner, Karan's mother, understanding her husband's difficulty in expressing feelings, reassured Karan not to mind his father's sternness. Karan, expressing his understanding, emphasized that he held no grudge.

As the clock struck 10 pm, the family retired to sleep in a shared room, a symbol of their close bond. Despite the day's ups and downs, the unity and care within the family prevailed, creating a comforting atmosphere .