From Delivery Boy To Chairman
(An unimaginable love story)
By Vaman Acharya
Naveen, a part time delivery boy at Soubhagya multi cuisine hotel in Pavanpur, a famous tourist centre. Despite his hardwork, he was paid meagre, significantly less than what was agreed upon. Navin's financial struggles had become a constant worry.
Hotel owner Mahesh Babu's daughter, Sunayana, moved by Navin's dedication and hardship, decided to investigate further. She discovered that her father had indeed underpaid Navin, despite the cafe's booming business.
Next day, she met Navin.
“Don't you think, injustice done to you in payment of salary?”
“Yes Madam, every time, the boss used to tell me to wait for six months. I strongly believe in patience and optimism.
“Your duty in the hotel starts at 7 pm and goes home at 11pm. What are you doing in the daytime?
“Madam, I am going to Someshwar college of commerce, studying for my final year bachelor of commerce.”
“Navin, I am impressed to know that you are studying for your final year Bachelor of commerce. How are you managing your study and your duty in the hotel? I am deeply moved by your work. I'm also impressed by your dedication to your studies. I want to help you out and convince my father.”
Navin, touched by her kindness.
Determined to rectify the situation, Sunayana approached her father, when he was in a jolly mood.
“Appaji, Navin has been working tirelessly for us, and we've been unfair to him. We must do justice for him.”
Mahesh Babu, initially defensive, eventually acknowledged his mistake. “You're right, Sunayana. I got caught up in profits and forgot our values. Let's pay Navin's dues.”
“Appaji, one more thing.”
“Tell me.”
“He is a brilliant student studying in final year B. Com. Please help him to continue his studies.”
“Sunayana, I didn't know Navin was studying. Help him whatever you want.”
“Thank you Appaji”
Sunayana calculated the underpaid amount and paid him. She also took interest in providing him substantial benefits.
Navin was overwhelmed and said,
“This is more than I expected. Thank you.”
Why did Sunayana take a special interest in Navin? Sunayana fell in love or kindness with Navin?
The next day, Sunayana visited Navin's small one room house in a dilapidated condition. She was moved by the simplicity and poverty that surrounded Navin”s life. Sunayana,a kind-hearted girl, decided to assist him financially.
“Navin, consider me your friend,”
she said.
With their support, Navin completed B.Com in first class and never forgot the kindness Sunayana and Mahesh Babu showed him. His presentation on ‘How to become a successful entrepreneur,’ was appreciated by the college committee. Arunodaya Food Processing Enterprises has offered him a position. He will never forget the kindness Sunayana and her family showed him and seek her advice before joining any company.
Mahesh Babu, a wealthy businessman, owed Navin, a humble delivery boy for three years.
He was stunned by his daughter's actions and realised too late that his selfishness cost his daughter's love and respect.
One day, Mahesh Babu called Navin to his office and apologised.
Navin said with due respect,
“Sir, every delay can be a divine delay, leading to a greater purpose and brighter future.”
Mahesh Babu praised his knowledge. Sunayana was present and requested Navin to join their hotel not as a delivery boy, but as a general manager. Everyone present there laughed to hear the joke. Navin and Sunayana also joined them in laughing. He gladly accepted the new assignment and expressed gratitude.
One year passed, and Mahesh Babu's health began to decline due to advanced age. His eyes twinkled as he shared his ambitions with Sunayana and Navin.
“ My dear Sunayana and Navin, I have three wishes. First, I want to hand over the hotel business to Sunayana, being my daughter and legal heir. Second, I want you, Navin, to be my son-in-law. Navin has proved an exceptional and better life partner for Sunayana. Third, I want both to manage the hotel and take the business to new heights.”
Sunayana and Navin exchanged garlands with clappings. Their hearts overflowed with emotions.
“Appaji, your blessings and wishes certainly guide us to lead a happy life,” Sunayana said with full of emotions.
“We'll make you proud sir,” said Navin.
Mahesh Babu's face lit up with joy.
“I know, you two are meant to be together.”
Their wedding was a grand celebration with hotel staff, patrons and local dignitaries.
The couple worked hard transforming the cafe to new heights.
