In spite of being a Nationalist the Rai Saheb had kept up social intercourse with officials; customary presents were made to them and fixed annuities provided to petty government servants. He loved literature and music and was fond of the theatre; he was a fluent speaker, a forceful writer and an excellent shot. His wife had died ten years ago. But he decided to remain single. These diversions helped him to forget the tedium of a sad life.
Rai Sahab's description
