April 30, 2009
Many years ago, when Benares was still Benares, there was a Dog King named Silver. Not exceptionally strong or powerful, Silver was the king of dogs because he exhibited perfection in his actions and wisdom. As he had a most shiny coat of silver, he was named Silver. Living in a cemetery, he didn’t care much about the happenings of the world outside.
One day, some dogs came to Silver and told him that the King of Benares had decreed that all stray dogs be put to rest. Many dogs had died. Apparently, the beloved leather straps of the King’s beloved chariot had been eaten by some dogs and the palaces servants put the blame on the stray dogs. Totally incensed, the King of Benares ordered all stray dogs be killed.
Now, Silver reasoned that the stray dogs could not have broken into the heavily guarded palace. Thus, it must have been the palace dogs. Perhaps, the palace servants were afraid that they would be punished if the King of Benares found out about the truth. Assuring the stray dogs that he would solve the problem, Silver filled his heart with compassion for the dogs and humans before he ventured into the streets.
Strangely, nobody dared to touch or obstruct Silver. In his majestic and righteous gait, Silver drew the attention of all the town folks, astounding them. Before long, he reached the court of the King of Benares, requesting an audience. Though his men tried to take Silver away, the King was totally smitten by the air of the Dog King. After paying his respects, Silver spoke, like a human being.
Silver asked the King for an explanation about the killing of the stray dogs. The King explained how the leather straps meant so much to him and how the punishment was fair. At this point, Silver wanted to know if all dogs were to be killed. Sheepishly, the King of Benares said that the palace dogs were spared. Then Silver proclaimed that the palace dogs were the culprits and he could prove it. After feeding the palace dogs with buttermilk and grass, they vomited bits and pieces of the King’s beloved leather straps. The King of Benares promptly apologized and promised not to harm a dog ever again.
Then, Silver retreated to his humble abode and the King of Benares became a better ruler. Now, if you wish to sell silver, you should go to the best silver buyer. There’s nothing better than receiving instant cash for silver, now!