2024BoscoAndTheTeamToTheCountryFair8 |
Veeraswamy Krishnaraj |
BoscoAndTheTeamGoToCountryfair8 Bosco and his team—Ramduth, Biscuit, and Malini—set out for a vibrant country fair on the outskirts of their bustling city. The fairgrounds were a kaleidoscope of colors, with bright banners fluttering in the breeze and the scent of popcorn and cotton candy wafting through the air. They arrived at 11 AM, the sun already high in the sky, casting a golden glow over the lively scene. As soon as they stepped out of the car, the team felt the call of nature. Bosco, ever the quick thinker, decided to transform his animal companions into human children: Ramduth became a responsible 12-year-old, Biscuit a playful 9-year-old, and Malini an adorable 3-year-old. Ramduth, now the eldest, led the way to the women’s restroom, guiding his younger siblings with a newfound sense of duty. After their brief bathroom break, the trio rejoined Bosco, who was waiting near the entrance of the fairgrounds. Biscuit, now a little girl with sparkling eyes, tugged at Bosco’s sleeve, trying to communicate. Bosco chuckled and said, “Go ahead, girl, tell me what you want.” Biscuit barked, startling a few passersby. Realizing his oversight, Bosco quickly used his yogic powers to grant them the ability to speak human language. The transformation was seamless, and soon Biscuit was chattering away, much to the amusement of Bosco. |
The fair was a
wonderland of excitement. Bosco appointed Ramduth as the caretaker,
ensuring that Biscuit and Malini stayed close. The children, with faint
memories of their past lives, were thrilled to explore the rides and
attractions. They laughed and screamed on the roller coasters, marveled
at the magic shows, and indulged in sweet treats. However, in the midst
of the fun, Malini wandered off, captivated by a carousel adorned with
twinkling lights and painted horses. Ramduth, momentarily distracted, lost sight of Malini. Panic set in as he realized he couldn’t remember what she looked like, and Malini, too, had forgotten her brother’s face. They hurried back to Bosco, who remained calm and composed. With a knowing smile, Bosco led them to an open-air food stall where Malini was happily sipping milk, a remnant of her feline past. Bosco bought food for the rest of the team, and they continued their adventure. Suddenly, dark clouds gathered overhead, and a fierce storm erupted. Rain poured down in torrents, thunder rumbled, and lightning split the sky. The wind howled, sending fairgoers scrambling for cover. The children clung to Bosco, their faces pale with fear. Without hesitation, Bosco used his yogic powers to create an underground bunker. He guided his team and as many people as he could into the safety of the bunker. The storm raged on, but they were secure underground, listening to the roar of the elements above. When the storm finally passed, they emerged to find the fairgrounds in disarray. Rides were damaged, and debris littered the area. Many people had taken refuge in a nearby underground bus station, which was now overflowing with grateful survivors. Bosco was relieved that he could protect his team and others from the storm’s fury. As they prepared to leave, Bosco erased any trace of the bunker with a wave of his hand. He transformed his team back into their original animal forms and wiped their memories of the day’s events. |
They drove home, the highway stretching out
before them. Bosco’s sharp eyes spotted a truck carrying spotted
deer, and he immediately sensed trouble. The men in the truck were
cattle rustlers, now targeting protected forest animals for meat. Bosco decided to take matters into his own hands. Using his powers, he blew out the truck’s rear tires, forcing it to a halt. He directed the driver to pull into a rest stop and transformed himself into a towering, fearsome man with a waxed handlebar mustache. Biscuit, now a growling, menacing dog, stood by his side. The driver and his accomplice, terrified, got down with tire irons in hand. Biscuit quickly disarmed them, and they surrendered, squatting on the ground with their hands on their heads. “Why are you carrying protected animals in your truck?” Bosco demanded. The driver stammered, “To the abattoir.” Bosco ordered them to strip to their underwears and change the tires. Biscuit kept a watchful eye on them as they worked. Once the tires were fixed, Bosco led them to the edge of the forest and watched as they released the deer. He then directed them to the mansion of the big-time deer rustler who had ordered the transport. The guard at the gate, recognizing the truck, let them in without question. The men, ashamed and humiliated, got down from the truck in their underwears. Bosco left them there and returned home with his team. Using his powers, he altered the lorry’s signage to indicate it was transporting deer to a slaughterhouse. Local newsmen, alerted by the signage, followed the truck to the rustler’s mansion. The story made front-page news the next day, but Bosco remained a mystery, his heroic deeds known only to a few. |
Bosco and the Team (Ramduth the monkey, Biscuit the dog, and Malini the cat). |
Yogic Qualities 1. Anima. (smallness): Supernatural power of becoming as small as an atom, atomization 2. Mahima. (largeness): The supernatural power of increasing size at will 3. Gharima. The supernatural power of making oneself heavy at will 4. Laghima. (lightness): The supernatural power of levitation 5. Prāptih. Supernatural power to obtain everything 6. Praakaamya. Capacity to accomplish anything desired 7. Isitva. Supremacy or superiority considered as a supernatural power 8. Vashistva. The supernatural power of subduing all to one's own will ---Definitions as found in Tamil Lexicon, Madras University |