The Encounter

The dawn of a new day broke over Vishnu Nagar, but the village was anything but calm. The arrival of the old sage had left the villagers in a state of excited anticipation. Stories of his mysterious presence spread quickly, and a sense of unease mingled with curiosity settled over the community.

Ravi, too, felt the impact of the sage's arrival. The previous night's encounter had left him with a sense of foreboding and purpose he couldn’t quite understand. The old sage's words echoed in his mind, stirring something deep within him. As he went about his chores, he found himself drawn to the outskirts of the village, where he had first seen the sage.

As Ravi reached the riverbank, he was not surprised to find the old sage waiting for him. The sage's eyes sparkled with ancient wisdom as he greeted Ravi with a knowing smile.

"Ravi," the sage said in...