A local nobleman's servant, sent to inspect the commotion, took one cautious sip — then another — and then quickly turned to run back, to report to his master that something unusual, perhaps royal, was being poured from at the humble stall.
Soon the crowd swelled. People were laughing, leaning in, their speech animated. Some clapped Veer on the back, while others bowed their heads slightly, unsure whether to thank a merchant or a mystic.
They thanked Him. The drink — your drink — had cracked the dry silence of summer. It had quenched not just thirst, but something deeper. People kept coming to his shop until late in the evening after he closed his shop. As he went inside, which was also his house now, the boy smiled as he was known to others by the name Veer Mal, which helped him adapt here more quickly and efficiently, and build more trust with the people through his surname. Then he opened his treasury and saw how much money he had accumulated today. It was more than three hundred copper coins, which totals three silver coins — quite something for a new shopkeeper, making this type of money in such a short time.
During one and a half weeks, Veer did nothing but collect and mingle with the people surrounding his shop, telling them how he came to replace them, how the king set up his shop, and how he knew the miraculous formula for making a good summer drink that could quench their thirst and even energize them. He collected servants, who were poor, and promised them daily wages in vegetables. He decided to select a child so that he could perform his act of saving a child, and what you see today is nothing more than an act done by this genius, Veermal.
Veer, with his friend Rahul, embarked on an adventurous quest, gathering an assortment of parts in various sizes for their ambitious project. They focused particularly on collecting parts for a large contraption, as well as twenty small components that would be perfect for crafting a delightful storage solution for refreshing summer beverages. As the pair worked together, Veer's mind began to race with ideas, and soon he found himself on the lookout for actors who could bring his vision to life.
Their search led them to a spirited young boy, who was so engrossed in his play that his parents, understandably concerned, often complained about him spending all day outside. Seizing the opportunity, Veer approached the boy's parents with an enticing offer: a chance to earn ten copper coins for each performance. They were understandably skeptical at first, but Veer, with his trustworthy ally Rahul by his side acting as a witness, promised them that this would be a rewarding venture.
After distributing the coins as agreed, Veer found himself with a satisfying sum of 280 copper coins. "Hmm, nice!" he thought, feeling a thrill at the fruits of his labor. During this period of preparation and excitement, Veer was diligent about maintaining his health; he committed himself to a vigorous daily workout routine that included 50 push-ups, 100 squats, and 60 crunches, all completed each morning before the sun even peeked above the horizon.
After wrapping up his exercise session, Veer set out to fetch water from the well, a good fifteen-minute walk from his shop. As he walked, his mind was buzzing not just with thoughts of his drink business, but also with dreams of the princess. He gathered information about her likes and dislikes: her favorite foods, the main routes she traveled, the flowers she adored, and even her habits, like her routine visits to the temple for worship time. Veer wanted to ensure he stood out in her eyes; he reflected on hobbies she enjoyed during her free time, such as weaving, and he pondered what might irk her so that he could avoid any pitfalls in their potential future together.
Through his inquiries, he learned that a maid named Chandra served the princess at the palace and would often step out to collect flowers around 6:00 a.m. to accompany the princess to the temple. Inspired, Veer decided to synchronize his routine with the princess's, hoping that by visiting the temple at the same time, he might catch her attention. On his first visit, he managed to position himself discreetly behind her as she prayed to Lord Vishnu. With his palms pressed together and eyes closed, he joined in her devotion, staying in that meditative state until she concluded her prayer and exited the temple. Veer continued this ritual faithfully for a week and a half, relishing the connection he felt with her, believing that they shared a unique bond.
As fatigue from his busy days washed over him, Veer drifted into thoughts filled with images of the princess—how captivating she was and what life might be like if he won her heart. He fantasized about their wedding and how he would express his love for her in a way that would make her smile.
His routine comprised the daily hustle of selling his refreshing drinks, keeping up with his workouts, making temple visits, and daydreaming about the princess. Over time, word spread about his miraculous drink, renowned for its energy-boosting properties. One by one, customers flocked to his shop, drawn in by tales of vitality that surrounded his offerings. Soon, he found himself preparing larger quantities, accommodating the high demand for his elixir. Remarkably, even royal guards and notable figures started visiting, each praising the drink like nothing they had ever tasted before.
And intrigued by the tales of magic water Chandra , who was Veer's primary target in his mission to win the princess's heart, eventually stepped into his shop to sample the intriguing concoction that had taken the town by storm. Veer's anticipation surged as he hoped that her approval would lead him one step closer to the princess and to realizing his dreams. The stage was set for something extraordinary to unfold, with Veer at the heart of it all, ready to embrace the opportunities that awaited him.