In a city called Vardhamana, lived a very efficient and prosperous merchant.
The Fall And Rise of A Merchant - Panchatantra Story PictureThe king was aware of his abilities, and therefore made him the administrator of the kingdom.
With his efficient and intelligent ways, he kept common man very happy, and at the same time he impressed the king on the other side. Such a person, who can keep everybody happy, is rarely found.
Later, there came a time that the merchant's daughter was getting married. He arranged for a lavish reception.
The merchant not only invited the king and the queen, who obliged by attending, but he also invited the entire royal household and all respected people of the kingdom.
The Fall And Rise of A Merchant - Panchatantra Story PictureDuring the reception, he ensured to provide his guests with the best of treatments. He gave out gifts to guests to show them respect for attending to his invitation.
A servant of the royal household, who used to sweep the palace, was not invited but attended the reception.
He took a seat which was reserved for royal nobles, not meant for common invitees.
This made the merchant very angry. He caught him by the neck and ordered his servants to have him thrown out.
