The honey trap of Pat & Jolie (satire)

Lord Shiva was polishing his trishul – the trishul or trident was his trademark, the trident, the snake and the tiger skin which was his attire. Nowadays he has difficulties in procuring tiger skins because the animals are under the protected category and killing them is a crime. Therefore, he has to depend on cheap imitations that Goddess Durga procures online.
He looked at Durga – she had the earplugs on and, with eyes half closed, was listening to songs.
Shiva gave a little cough – to draw attention.
Durga opened her eyes and removed the earplugs.
‘What is this I hear about honey?’ he asked.
‘Honey? You mean Honey Singh the singer?’
“No – I mean honey that is good for health.’

‘Oh – our friends Pat & Jolie have their setup. Their honey is cheap as compared to other well-known brands.’
‘Have we tasted it?’ Shiva was curious.
‘Well – they did send across samples. As they did for biscuits and noodles. I have kept them aside. I do not want to fall into any honey trap’
‘Why? Are they not safe?’
‘Don’t be silly – of course they are safe. But, I rely more on tried and trusted products. Newcomers must first gain acceptance. You just cannot bulldoze your way into any venture. Those who are experts in yoga should spread the message of yoga. Not indulge in business ventures.’
Shiva did not argue further. The lady of the house is always choosy and convincing them is not an easy matter.
Durga switched her very own special mobile phone with unlimited memory. She has to cater to millions of her devotees who keep sending her ‘help me’ messages. The mobile phone is a boon for her. Without it, she would not have been able to keep track of who wants what and when.
But – not for Lord Shiva. He has always been a Bohemian character and does not want to lose that mantle. He loves to remain aloof and Durga allows him the freedom – she does not want to face his tandaba dances. Of course, she loves the dances in the Bollywood movies – they are sooo similar to Shiva’s tandaba dances and lovely to watch from a distance. At times she wonders just how the heroes and heroines manage to gyrate so fast. Then she laughs it away as happening in the world of fantasy. (to be continued …)

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