September 11. “Button, planting fear in the minds of people is so simple.”

“You’ve mentioned this earlier, if I remember right.”

“I have. There were stories in some of the newspapers this morning about how two terrorists have infiltrated into the city with plans of terrorising Ganpati gatherings this year.”

“Fear is here to stay. From terrorist attacks to attacks on elders, harassing women, animal torture—you name it—they are all here to stay.”

“Even our flora and fauna is threatened. Trees are hacked down every few days to make way for buildings and malls. These green patches which are the lungs of the city are fast disappearing.”

“When I look ahead, all I can see is more bad news and disaster.”

“Why are you being such a pessimist? If you think positive, the world becomes a much nicer place to be in. Think of a few hours ahead every time and not years that are about to follow—maybe the world won’t look so bleak then!”

“In other words, we should not plan long-term like we’ve been told to do all these years. Everything should be short and quick.”