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‘Yes! I’m sure he’ll follow his passion and come up with some
breakthrough research in mathematics soon.’

He takes his smartphone out to show me the pictures from the party. I
don’t really allow smartphones near me, but I forgive him this time.
‘This picture of us is the best one I have and it speaks volumes about how
much mom and dad have taken care of me. Also, I feel that all the sarcastic

humour I have is my father’s legacy!’
‘Although your dad and mom are alien to the concept of stand-up
comedy as they have been government employees, I will make sure they

never impose their choices on you. I will always encourage you to work
towards your dream.’
‘That’s why I say, I owe my life to you.’

‘What else?’
‘There’s no greater joy than falling back on those who will always be

there for you. Maybe that’s the reason why despite being miles apart your
heart belongs to your loved ones, your home. It felt amazing going back
home. Since my breakup with Tara, I have been avoiding it for a very long
time. But when your mother cooks your favourite dish, your father makes
sure that your house looks perfect, your sibling snatches away savories
from your hand, you realize that nothing has really changed in all these
years that you have been away from home, only that the bond has grown
stronger with every passing year.’

‘I wish I never know of familial bonds. I find a home in the bond I share
with nature.’

‘Why did you never marry?’
‘Aarav, I really loved Elisha. I still do. I never felt the same way for any
other woman. I have been dating women casually, but never did it ever

occur to me that I could marry them while I was with them.’
‘I think Sheen loves you. You must give it a shot.’

‘I am supposed to drag you out of your break-up. Not the other way
round. Mind your own business, son.’
I laugh out loud.

‘Why did you stop playing the drums? Who was the guitarist?’
‘Will tell you some other day. Not in the mood today.’