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  ‘It was not hard to find his article. Professor Ganapathy’s books took up an entire rack,’ Maya said, latching on the car seat belt.

  ‘Yes. He was quite prolific. I still don’t understand why he lied about not knowing my father. His bio clearly states that he joined the department in January ‘65 when my father was the head of department.’

  ‘He is old. You know how bad their memories can get. Maybe he has Alzheimer’s.’

  ‘No. I will definitely find out. I have to find out.’

  ‘Let us go back home Naga. I am tired and could do with a good nap.’

  ‘OK. I am tired too. Where did I see him before? He looks so familiar.’

  ‘Who?’

  ‘Professor Ganapathy.’

  ‘What do you mean? You have seen him before?’

  ‘Yes. I just don’t remember where.’

  ‘The same way he doesn’t remember your father,’ she laughed.

  ‘Maya, no jokes please, this is important.’

  ‘Why don’t you search for his background on the Internet?’

  ‘That is what I plan to do. I will also talk to some people in the university administration, they will be able to throw more light.’

  ‘I want to meet him again after reading his article. I may need some clarifications.’

  ‘Sure. You do that. Meet him alone, as he seems upset with me. In the meantime, I can also research his background, which you can crosscheck for me.’