American Born Indian - Part 4
Hey y’all! Back with an emotionally charged part of American Born Indian. Here, during Independence Day celebrations, Jay confronts his mixed identity as people start to see him as an anti-patriotic boy. Aravind reveals a long-hidden secret. Enjoy reading! Chapter 16 Cold Blood I walk out of the apartment gates as usual, but not in my uniform this time. Instead, I’m in a green kurta and a white pajama. I heft my small travel bag higher on my shoulders, breathe in the scent of pride, patriotism, and freedom. Guess celebrating your first Independence Day in India gives you that kind of feeling. Pavan Uncle, one of the older residents living in the first block, is sitting outside near the plants. “Why, they didn’t let you off school even today?” He asks me. I shake my head. “I’m participating in the school celebration.” He nods curtly. As usual, his face doesn’t match the tone in his voice. He’s one of those folks who’s got complaints about everything. But today he seems different.