The Blue Rafflesia Part 18

 

“Jayanta? Are you awake ?”

Jayanta was fast asleep in his cozy bed at his house in BBSR. The daytime was extremely hot, and like many others in BBSR, Jayanta's energy level was very low. However, he had finished dinner and was waiting for a reply from Prof. Bhattacharya. The professor was analyzing the appearance of the Blue Rafflesia in real-life photography. Prior to the release of this picture, it was assumed that the Blue Rafflesia was an imaginary plant found in different folklore.

“Yes Sir, I am awake”…Jayanta replied hurriedly. He had just entered the world of dreams and suddenly this disturbance.

“Then come running to my lab. I have something to show you.”..after inviting Jayanta Prof.Bhattacharjee cuts the phone.

Jayanta was shocked but not amazed due to this late-night invitation, as such invitations are common with Professor. Whenever he became extremely excited he invited Jayanta at the wee-hours. So it is assured that he has identified something extremely significant but the problem is he has not divulged about the reason behind his excitement.

However, when your guide calls, it's impossible to ignore it and you have to respond whenever it comes.

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The Blue Rafflesia Part 17

 

“So what have you decided? Whether to leave me alone and allow me to do my research or to continue your “mule job” and spy on me?”.. following a brief interval, the speaker proceeds with their discourse.

“If you choose the latter then I have to make you my guest for the rest of your life and otherwise I will let you go. Many fugitives are living free in our country and abroad. Look for them. Give them some attention also. Why me?”

“Yes, Sir…we understand your problem.”…Raj interrupted the voice. “But we are not the mules you are talking about. I and Rohit are students and although Mr.Gomez is working in the Police Dept doesn’t imply that he is into any type of investigative activity. All three of us are friends and have come to Simplipal to visit different locations of the Forest as a tourist not as a part of any team as you have approximated. So please let us enjoy the beautiful scenery and you people do your work.”.

“That’s what I want also”..replied the voice agitatedly.

“So can we go now ?”..Mr.Gomez now quipped at the voice.

“No..my friend. How can I believe that you will not meddle in my activity.?”

“Do you have any proof that we will meddle in your activity?”

“Oh Ok..You are spot on…OK, friends then you can go away from this place. Just wait a little bit such that I can arrange transportation for all three of you. Other hostages have already been released. But friends please ensure that we are not bothered any further…with this the Voice stopped.

And within 10 seconds the radio blasts along with the speaker.

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The Puri Story Part II

 

Three friends, traveling from BBSR, arrived late in Puri and struggled to find lodging. A priest appeared and saved the day by taking them to a motel. Despite not knowing him, they followed him.Next?

The Puri Story Part I

 

This incident took place in 2002 when I was an engineering student in BBSR. We used to visit Puri during the Saraswati Puja. That year we reached Puri late in the night and cant find a hotel to stay.