In this episode, we perceive the fine art of consoling a friend in anguish, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 208, penned by Nochi Niyamankilaar. Set in the ‘Paalai’ landscape of drylands, the verse speaks in the voice of the confidante to the lady, allaying the agony that fills the lady’s heart when she hears news about the man’s parting away.