The Vendor. Part 2.

........Contd from part 1........

Something bothered him, maybe it was the old age ill health, Mr. Beans pondered. Suddenly Mr. Beans told the vendor to stop as he planned to buy some grocery from the poor vendor. He bought some curry leaves and potatoes. During the interaction with the vendor, since it was the first time, he asked his name. The vendor said his name was George and brought a forced smile to his wrinkled face. Then he asked George that was everything okay? George nodded in affirmation. Then Mr. Beans said that since he was a pharmacist, he had some idea about medicines he could solve any health problem. George brought a mysterious smile to his face and told that he had stones in his gall bladder and that sometimes the pain was unbearable for him. Since he had to walk long distances dragging his cart, sometimes this health problem was really very hard to sustain. 

        Mr. Beans consoled him, and asked him get inside his house. The vendor parked his cart outside the entrance and came in. Mr. Beans held a chair and offered George to sit. Then he asked some general questions which were concerning basically to probe about the symptoms and the nature of medical care he needed. Then after a short question session and examining George, Mr. Beans identified the exact of his problem. Since during his employment as a pharmacist he dealt with such cases, he had a vast experience in successfully dealing with it. 

       Mr. Beans smiled and went inside to bring him some complimentary medicines. George was looking quite relieved after Mr. Beans's assurance about the cure of his problem. As he came out after sometime, Mr. Beans carried a small paper bag which consisted of some medicine. He handed over the medicine to George and directed him on the schedule of consumption. He assured that George would be okay within a very short span as he had a vast experience in dealing with this disease. George was relieved to the extent that he offered some free vegetables which Mr. Beans declined to accept and said that being a human being it was his duty. 

     George thanked from the deep core of his heart and assured that he would stand besides Mr. Beans anytime in future. Mr. Beans also suggested him to take a rest for a few days from his hectic work. As that would heal the wounds created by the stones in gall bladder. George promised to abide by his suggestions and asked to leave, Mr. Beans patted his back and told him to keep in touch through the phone and keep him informed about the developments in his health. George then thanked him and took a leave. 

     George left with the feeling of contentment and that gave immense satisfaction to Mr. Beans. These are some acts of kindness which helps and facilitates others and makes the community a good place to live in. If people grow to such levels of sensitivity the world will be a very happy and healthy place to live in.

Concluded.

Author             Prityarth.