“Ok, then, how many of you already had breakfast in the morning?”

No hands went up.

“I don’t think any of us has had breakfast.”

“Alright. This was a very fruitful knowledge-sharing session and I hope you can visualize how climate change can impact MSMEs across different sectors.”

Everyone nodded.

“Then let’s break out for today and when do we want to meet again?”

Everyone made their availability for tomorrow known.

“Ok then. Let’s meet tomorrow. I leave it up to you guys to decide where we meet. Just give me a text once you confirm.”

All five stand up and head out of the park. The sun shone bright in the zenith, but a light breeze kept the temperature cool.

As Aabroo, Kishor, and Baisali parted ways, Lalima looked at Tashi and addressed him.

“Are you perhaps free in the evening? I want to discuss more on renewable energy. After I shared the example of solar water pumps earlier, I can’t stop thinking of the importance of renewable energy in the present global context. Maybe you can help me navigate through learning more about the renewable energy scenario in South Asia.”

Tashi tilted his head up and squinted as he recalled something.

"Actually, yes, I’m available after 5 pm. I’ll meet a friend now and after that, I’ll come by your house.”

“Thank you!”

She turned on the street towards her home while Tashi continued forward.