She said to him: 'Go back to your books—go back to your studies.'Ratan
In the entire day he had no other companion, and a great desire to talk welled up in his heart.Narrator
The Postmaster laughed in relief, and asked: 'Well, Ratan, will you come along with me?'Postmaster
He had never known before how rich were his resources of enjoyment within himself.Narrator
I have had enough rowing. I feel so tired!Postmaster
There are very few brothers in this wide world who cannot find time to pick up the rice when their little sisters drop it.Narrator
So intense can childhood's memory be!Narrator
I am just off, Ratan; I have been transferred to another post. After I have gone, you must work for yourself.Postmaster
I am thinking of my mother - we are not worth your trouble, sir.Ratan
Who says I am not going back to the village? I must get back to my old mother.Ratan