"Lady Flora, how was the bash? Did you get lots of wishes and messages from your near and dear ones? My sincere apologies for being unable to come by to wish you in person. The darned arthritis attack came back to haunt me. All credit to the missus to ensure I am up and about." Sir PM was referring to the previous week; November 18, was the 151st year since the landmark was opened to the public.

Brilliant symmetry

"Pheroze, I really missed having you around. Prince Albert came by on horseback, so did Dr. Viegas; and sweet Gargoyle also managed a quick greeting. But your health comes first, I totally understand. We'll resume our walks as soon as you feel stronger," she comforted him. "Thank you for understanding, Lady. All those years of standing in the high court pleading those tough cases seem to be taking its toll, after all. Then of course, the pedestal where I stand isn't exactly a comfortable one," he trailed on, as they sat on one of the benches inside the stunning Horniman Circle Gardens. It had been ages since they sat there, inside this picturesque green patch in the heart of old Bombay. "You know, Pheroze, I remember those early days, when this landmark was being built. It was hailed as the city's first planned office space; look around and you'll see the brilliant symmetry on the outer facades of these buildings that create the semi-circle. What vision! What foresight!" she exclaimed, marvelling at the history that surrounded them.