2024BoscoTeamInGarden-06
Veeraswamy Krishnaraj
In the vibrant state of Tamil Nadu, where the air is thick with the scent of jasmine and the rhythmic hum of temple bells, lived a teenage yogi named Bosco. His serene demeanor belied the extraordinary powers he possessed—shapeshifting, transfiguration, metamorphosis, thought and action control, atomization, bilocation, and other miraculous feats. Bosco, with his deep brown eyes and calm aura, used his yogic abilities solely for benign and benevolent purposes, never for harm.
One sunny afternoon, Bosco decided to take his loyal companions—Ramduth the mischievous monkey, Biscuit the playful dog, and Malini the graceful cat—to the municipal gardens in town. The gardens, a lush oasis of vibrant flowers and towering trees, were a favorite spot for many. Bosco parked in the Garden Parking Lot, the sun casting dappled shadows through the leafy canopy above. To comply with the garden’s rules, Bosco devised a clever solution: he held the leash of Ramduth, who in turn held the leash of Biscuit, who held the leash of Malini. The sight of the trio on a tandem leash drew amused smiles from passersby.
As they strolled through the garden, the fragrance of roses and the gentle rustling of leaves created a tranquil atmosphere. Bosco, ever vigilant, used his thought control to ensure his team adhered to the park rules. They posed for a photo, with Ramduth perched on his hands, Biscuit sitting obediently, and Malini elegantly poised.
Suddenly, the peace was shattered by the appearance of a man in a gorilla suit, plucking and smelling the roses with exaggerated gestures. His eyes gleamed with mischief as he noticed the unusual tandem leash arrangement. With a mischievous grin, he sprinted towards Malini, intending to snatch her up. Bosco, sensing his intentions, acted swiftly. With a mere thought, he froze the man in mid-air, his feet dangling above the ground. The man, now terrified, cried out for help. Bosco gently lowered him to the ground, placing him in a cross-legged position. The man, shaken but unharmed, quickly exited the gardens.
Feeling the hunger and thirst of his companions through his yogic vision, Bosco led them out of the garden. They headed to the nearest supermarket, a bustling place filled with the aroma of fresh samosas and the chatter of shoppers. Bosco left his team at the entrance, their leashes removed, and kept a watchful eye on them through the glass windows.
Inside the supermarket, Bosco’s attention was drawn to a commotion outside. A pedestrian had picked up Malini and tossed her high into the air, laughing cruelly. The cat’s distressed cries echoed in Bosco’s mind. In an instant, Bosco transformed Malini into a fearsome tiger, visible only to the ruffian. The man screamed in terror as the “tiger” landed heavily on him, knocking him to the ground. He scrambled to his feet and fled, leaving onlookers bewildered by his sudden panic. Malini, unharmed, landed gracefully on all fours.
 
With their groceries in hand, Bosco and his team made their way to the public square. The setting sun painted the sky in hues of orange and pink as they enjoyed their meal—Ramduth with his banana, Biscuit with her dog food, and Malini with her milk. The day’s adventures behind them, they returned home, only to find their house in disarray. Furniture was overturned, and belongings were scattered everywhere. Bosco’s yogic intuition told him that a burglar was still inside.

Empowering his team with enhanced senses, Bosco set them to work. Ramduth, Biscuit, and Malini searched every nook and cranny of the house. Malini’s keen eyes spotted the intruder hiding in the attic, clutching a shotgun. She silently alerted her companions. Ramduth approached from behind, Biscuit from the side, and Malini from the front. The burglar, seeing the animals, hesitated to use his weapon.

Ramduth grew into a towering figure, effortlessly lifting the burglar as if he were a rag doll. Biscuit transformed into a massive, snarling dog, baring her teeth menacingly. Malini remained in her usual form, her eyes fixed on the intruder. The burglar, terrified, dropped the shotgun, which Ramduth promptly shattered into pieces.

Bosco entered the room, his presence calming yet authoritative. He asked the burglar to explain himself. The young man, trembling, confessed, “I’m in my final year of school. I stole the rifle from my uncle, a policeman. My parents are old and can’t support me. I thought I could steal to survive. Your dark, unlit house seemed like an easy target.”

Moved by compassion, Bosco used his powers to restore the rifle and return it to the burglar’s uncle. He then arranged for the young man to join the military, providing him with a path to a better future. As the burglar left, grateful and reformed, Bosco and his team settled in for a peaceful evening, knowing they had made a difference.