The sound of the band could be heard and the baraat was almost at the doorstep. “It won’t break, it’s a sturdy swing.” I sat, and Mumani spelt out the words, “ Alif Zabar Aa Be Zabar Baa. Suddenly the palki-bearers called out, “Give a hand, help the passenger alight.” Langri Mumani descended, wrapped in her thick casement shawl. Langri …
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