The next morning, Ramaraju visited his milk supplier and explained what had happened.
The supplier was surprised.
"I have supplied milk to your shop for years. If there is any doubt about its quality, we should get it tested."
Ramaraju agreed.
He also contacted his wheat flour supplier and asked for the relevant purchase records and quality documents.
Then he visited the village council and requested an impartial investigation into both incidents.
Some villagers laughed when they heard about his decision.
"Look at him! He thinks paperwork will save his business!"
Ramaraju simply smiled.
"Paperwork may not convince everyone, but facts are better than rumours."
With the help of the village council, samples of the milk and flour were collected and sent for proper testing. The council also arranged for the affected family to be examined by a doctor.
Ramaraju cooperated with every request.
He shared his purchase records, supplier details, and stock information without hiding anything.
Meanwhile, Shoban and Munnivaran became nervous.
They had expected Ramaraju to become angry, argue with the villagers, or abandon his shop.
They had never expected him to demand an independent investigation.
"What if the reports prove him innocent?" Munnivaran whispered.
Shoban tried to remain confident.
"Don't worry. By the time the reports arrive, his business will already be finished."
But their confidence was about to disappear.