🎯 Post 21 — The Mark of Trust

After the failed duel, Sugriva stood ashamed, breath unsteady.
Rama placed a gentle hand on his shoulder — not in blame, but in reassurance.
This time, Rama asked Lakshmana to mark Sugriva with a garland of forest flowers, so he could be recognised easily in the next battle.
Sugriva inhaled deeply, gathering his scattered courage.
Sometimes trust is not spoken — it is placed quietly around your neck.

Belief, once given, becomes a warrior’s true armour.