Within fifteen minutes, the argument ends. Someone cracks a joke. Everyone laughs. They eat the biryani. This ability to fight brutally and love unconditionally within the same breath is the hallmark of the Indian story.

The Indian afternoon (1 PM to 4 PM) is a different dimension. The sun is brutal, the fans are on full speed, and the house finally breathes a sigh of relief. This is the time for stories.