“This is a wonderful coffee house! Is it yours?” Vikram asked the owner, staring for two minutes while sipping his coffee. “You’re Bijli from the red-light area, aren’t you?”
The owner seemed unfazed by the question. “You’ve been to the red-light area, so you must know me.” Vikram, who had come to the coffee house with his wife Sanyogita, didn’t expect such a candid response.
“Okay, it’s alright,” Vikram tried to brush off the topic, but Sanyogita intervened. “Don’t hide your flaws, Vikram. Tell me, how do you know her?”
Bijli stepped in, “Ma’am, I’ll tell you. Vikram Babu, you once told me about your journey from the betel business to the diamond trade. I too changed my profession. Instead of selling my body, I started selling coffee. Did I do something wrong?”
Bijli’s face radiated self-respect. Vikram paid the bill, his head bowed in a mix of shame and admiration, and walked out of the coffee house with Sanyogita.
© Dr. Shailesh Gupta Veer
(Editor : The Fatehpur Resolution)
Fatehpur, UP, India
editorsgveer@gmail.com
■ Biography-
Dr. Shailesh Gupta Veer is a globally celebrated author, storyteller, critic, reviewer, and editor, renowned for his captivating narratives that have enthralled readers worldwide. With a distinctive voice and unparalleled creativity, his stories have transcended borders and languages, resonating with diverse audiences.
As an accomplished editor, Dr. Veer has curated over two dozen literary books and magazines, playing a pivotal role in shaping the literary landscape. Through his editorial expertise, he has provided a platform for emerging and established writers to share their voices, fostering a vibrant literary community.
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– Authoring captivating narratives that have resonated with global readers
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– Inspiring new generations of writers and readers
– Leaving a lasting impact on contemporary literature.
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