Chapter 16May 15, 1973

And you?... How are you?...

And you? [laughter]

All the time I have to keep a grip on myself not to howl.... From time to time, there’s a marvelous moment – but it’s short! Most of the time I am like this (gesture clenched fists), to keep myself from howling.

(silence)

What do you like: holding my hand or not?

(Satprem takes Mother’s hand)

What do you prefer?

This way is good!

(Mother plunges in,

Champaklal rings his bell insistently)

Oh, they are ruthless!...

(Mother sees Sujata)

Your hands are so cool!

Do you have something to tell me?

I love you.

You’re sweet (Mother caresses Sujata’s hands).

We all love You.

Me too.