Colour of Blood !!

Rajee was in her early 50’s and she was reading the daily news in her lane..It was a chill whether ,the sun was hiding behind the clouds….and a cool breeze added a pleasant scenario..… But She couldn’t feel any of these wonders of nature…she glanced at the watched once in two minutes and murmured something….She saw her car taking its place in their shed.Her Husband Sundaram and his son got down of the car...they both looked a bit tired after shuttle practice…Sundaram was a leading Criminal Lawyer in the city…and his son was also a lawyer … They waved hands to Rajee and walked to her ..Raajee... Tell Meenakshi to get us some drinks.. they both took their chairs and eyed the newspaper….

Rajee… bursted out “She is late today also.. I want to appoint a new maid. but its all because of you..Im bearing this woman, I couldn’t object when you brought her to our home saying that her husband is your distant relative who died few years back because of liver damage.. . and she is helpless after his death..I didn’t like her at the first sight itself Why cant she wear atleast a good Saree….? OH MY GOD how many stiches…?? Not even slippers ..!!

Hey Rajee.. Again you have started how many times I have told you…Don’t talk in this way…. They are very poor and also I have seen her…..though she wears torn sarees ..she is neat and she is perfect in her job…. You cant complain her jobs right…?? I have insisted many times to give some of your old dresses to her but you have not listened….always talking abut her looks and clothes…. Please think that you are helping a poor lady who has to feed five children….Please have little bit pity on her…..Sundaram said in a hard tone....

OK OK stop it I don’t want to hear any more from you,. She stared her husband and went in..

Always your mother has a pride that she is very rich …She doent even think about the needy and poor people…and the worst case is she starts to ill-treat and insult if they are not looking good…Ofcourse she comes form a rich Background…But the way she acts sometimes..is really horrible Prasad....She gives more importance to looks and money than love….I gave up in changing this bad attitude of her ..I was really struggling for the past 25 years but im fed up now… Prasad was silently watching his Dad… He nodded his head ..and said..Yes Dad..You are right ..Even I hate this behaviour and bad attitude of mother…

Meenakshi her maid reached Rajee’s home.. She knew she was already late by half an hour… Rajee was in the kitchen.. she started shouting at meenakshi the moment she was her…. “How many times I have warned ..but you don’t even listen to me….?? Her anger was fired to Meenakshi through her eyes and words….. Meenakshi..waited till Rajee finished her shootings …She said ..Amma ..I know im late..I went to the ration…there was a big queue..today is the last date..so please excuse me..I will not repeat this..She swallowed the words and however completed the sentence….

Rajeee looked at the unbrushed hair and torn saree…..She raised her eyebrows..and turned the other side..She gave a command for some hot drinks immediately and moved….

Meenaskhi…was seeing these kinds of illtreatments, insults from the day she came to Rajee’s home..A year has passed but Rajee has not even praised her for the work she did…But She didn’t expect her appreciation All that she wanted is not to insult her so badly…and many times she insulted infront of the guests and her friends to showcase her Money, her power in the house….
She know that when she leaves for another job. .she won’t get this much Salary….and moreover she worshipped Sundaram for all the help he did for her family…..So she didn’t want to leave this home..

Prasad , Left the home with his father….On his way he informed his Mom he will be late tonight….Rajee continued her serials and soaps !!

Meenakshi…after finishing her tasks came to Rajee who eyes were glued to the TV screen… She informed her about the completed works and asked permission to go home…. Rajeee with the same awful look …just nodded her head…this time Meenakshi looked more disgusting to her after finishing her chores….

It was half past Twelve and Rajee was restless seeing the ticking clock… Sundaram was in his office room talking to his juniors….Rajee came to his office room…and said Prasad was not yet home…Did u call him..? asked Sundaram…Yes I called but couldn’t reach his mobile.. Rajee was very much worried.. He told he will be late tonight but its already mid night…He will not be out for such a long time…. Something is wrong..she uttered..

The phone was ringing at that moment..Rajee ran and answered… She alarmed ..and called her husband…It was from the hospital…They rushed to the hospital they saw their son in the ICU…Rajee was shocked to see her son lying in the bed..…..

The doctor..made her calm ..and said ..Everything is alright ..and nothing to worry..He was admitted by a woman..and the woman herself donated her blood to him…She was the one to save your son’s life… Rajee enquired the doctor about the woman… the doctor called the nurse and asked her to take to that woman….

Sundaram and Rajee was stunned seeing Meenakshi sitting in the reception…. The nurse pointed her and said she was the woman who saved Prasad….

Seeing the couple Meenakshi came running and she said that it was an accident…Prasad was hit by a tanker near by her house in the slum…..I think Chinnaya (Prasad) was on the way to our house..at that time this horrible accident occurred… I immediately rushed to the hospital and informed the doctor that he is your son. I could save his life because it took place near my hut..Otherwise..My God..she started crying….!!

Rajee was speechless…she couldn’t take off her eyes from Meenakshi.. She pulled and hugged her…Meenakshi felt so nervous and she tired to come out of Rajee’s hands…. She held her tight..and wept like a baby…..

Meenakshi was stunned seeing Rajee’s act and Sundaram was speechless seeing Rajee behaving to the poor lady in a new way..…

Rajee took Meenakshi’s hand and she apologized for all the illtreatments and insults..She now realized she acted like an animal without humanity….She was inhumane… And she hugged her again to render her thanks for saving Prasad…

She looked Meenakshi with filled eyes and guilty heavy heart ....she didn’t look at the unbrushed hair, her torn clothes , the stiches in her blouse….her feet without slippers….….. For her Meenakshi appeared like Goddess Meenakshi…..this time……

For all Blood is red and tears taste salty ... ..Never mind rich or Poor... Hope Rajee realised this simple truth atleast now !!!

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brindha thats very good story with good moral.. but in our society so many people are therev who behaves same as rajee..

Dear Brindha,

Excellent narration with a very worthy lesson for life !!

Yes, as Ramya pointed out, there are people like Rajee who give importance to looks alone !

As they say "Blood is thicker than water", Raji realised her mistakes and changed herself as soon as she saw her son in the hospital.

Especially loved these lines..

She looked Meenakshi with filled eyes and guilty heavy heart ....she didn’t look at the unbrushed hair, her torn clothes , the stiches in her blouse….her feet without slippers….….. For her Meenakshi appeared like Goddess Meenakshi…..this time……

Really admire your style of writing Brindha...keep posting...

Cheers
Krithika

Dear Bk,

A great treat as usual !

I just loved the way you sum up..............Meenakshi appearing as Lord Meenakshi herself was too good dear.

She looked Meenakshi with filled eyes and guilty heavy heart ....she didn’t look at the unbrushed hair, her torn clothes , the stiches in her blouse….her feet without slippers….….. For her Meenakshi appeared like Goddess Meenakshi…..this time……

A nice message conveyed............. keep more coming !

Originally Posted by ramyaganesh

brindha thats very good story with good moral.. but in our society so many people are therev who behaves same as rajee..

Dear Ramya...

Thankyou very much for reading and writing your FB...Even I have seen people like Rajee in my Neighbour hood when I was in India..!!! Harsh realtiy !!

Originally Posted by Jithiks

Dear Brindha,

Excellent narration with a very worthy lesson for life !!

Yes, as Ramya pointed out, there are people like Rajee who give importance to looks alone !

As they say "Blood is thicker than water", Raji realised her mistakes and changed herself as soon as she saw her son in the hospital.

Especially loved these lines..



Really admire your style of writing Brindha...keep posting...

Cheers
Krithika

Dear Kirthika....

Im so happy to see your Fb dear.. Im glad to get the appreciation of a superb Writer like you.... Your words encourage me and means a lot to me... You made my day dear !!!

Originally Posted by lalitha shivaguru

Dear Bk,

A great treat as usual !

I just loved the way you sum up..............Meenakshi appearing as Lord Meenakshi herself was too good dear.


A nice message conveyed............. keep more coming !

Dear Lallitha,

Thankyou so much for reading this story dear.... Im happy you liked the message of the story.... Thanx a lot for your warm words !! Im sure to write better with your encouraging words !!

Brindha,

Lovely story and a wonderful narration. And a wise message. Looking forward to more stories from you.

Regards,
Anitha

Originally Posted by AnithaA

Brindha,

Lovely story and a wonderful narration. And a wise message. Looking forward to more stories from you.

Regards,
Anitha

Dear Anitha,
Thanx a lot for reading and writing a lovely FB dear...
Im glad you liked the story and message !!

Brinda,
We usually see the outer appearance and forget that the blood is always the same colour in each and every one..
Nice one, enjoyed it...

sriniketan