They concluded that a ransom exchange was the most prudent course of action, allowing them to maintain a low profile while securing Savarkar's release.
They began liquidating the assets Varun had acquired through his endeavors, selling them through clandestine channels to amass the necessary funds and medical supplies.
This strategy, they believed, would be highly appealing to the British.
Following a meticulously planned approach, they contacted a British officer, requesting a negotiation regarding Savarkar.
Intrigued, the officer relayed their proposal to his superiors.
Though initially skeptical, the superiors agreed to the terms without excessive resistance.
They were under strict orders from the Governor-General in Delhi to procure resources by any means necessary, to support the ongoing war effort in Europe.
The final agreement stipulated a ransom of 500 rupees, along with a thousand sets of bandages, surgical scissors, sutures, and Ayurvedic herbal wound remedies.
With these terms met, Veer Savarkar was finally freed from the British surveillance that had shadowed him for so long.
------ Savarkar's POV ------
Released from the constraints that had bound him, Savarkar, though still wary, was compelled to meet with his brother upon learning of the negotiations with the British.
Entering the hidden hall, he was met with the sight of his brother and the gathered senior leaders.
A wave of warmth washed over him, a sense of belonging and renewed purpose.
He embraced his brother, the gesture a silent acknowledgment of the shared struggle and the bond that had endured.
With a sense of quiet determination, they departed, ready to face the challenges ahead.
As they walked towards the courtyard, they engaged in a thoughtful discussion about the unfolding events,
particularly the circumstances surrounding Savarkar's surprisingly swift release.
Savarkar, ever the astute observer, listened intently as his brother and senior leaders explained the precarious position of the British Empire during World War II.
Upon learning of the empire's dire straits, he understood the rationale behind the earlier loosening of restrictions.
The British, stretched thin by the demands of the war, simply lacked the resources to maintain constant surveillance on every individual.
Personnel were desperately needed on the front lines, leaving them with little capacity to monitor those they deemed less of a threat.
It was a matter of pragmatic necessity, a calculated risk taken amidst the chaos of global conflict.
Having grasped the strategic context of his release, Savarkar continued his walk towards the courtyard, his mind still processing the implications.
As he walked, his keen eyes noticed a figure among them, a young man with an unusual intensity, whom he hadn't met before.
Catching Savarkar's inquisitive gaze, Varun offered a quiet, almost serene smile.
Inside, Varun felt a surge of elation, standing beside his childhood hero, a figure he had long admired.
Sensing Savarkar's unspoken question, Narayan stepped forward, offering a formal introduction.
"'Motha Bhau' (elder brother)," he began, his voice respectful, "allow me to introduce Varun. He is a… a crucial ally in our endeavors.'
'He has been instrumental in securing your release and in the development of our… future plans.'
'He is a man of exceptional capabilities, and shares our unwavering commitment to the cause."
Narayan continued, emphasizing Varun's pivotal role. "In fact," he added, "your release itself was orchestrated by him. He meticulously planned the entire operation, and the resources used for the negotiations—the funds and the medical supplies—were all procured from his personal assets."
Upon hearing this, Veer Savarkar was visibly astonished. He found himself grappling with a profound sense of disbelief. '
'How could a stranger, someone he had never met, expend such vast resources, such personal wealth, solely for his liberation? It was a gesture of extraordinary selflessness, a testament to an unwavering dedication to their shared cause. '
He was deeply moved, pondering the motivations of this enigmatic young man.