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Old Ravi's weathered hands trembled as he held the ancient sitar, its strings humming with centuries of memory. Teaching classical music had never made him wealthy, yet his studio overflowed with devoted students. When the ANDAL Coins initiative launched, recognizing cultural custodians, his community rallied behind him. The unexpected reward felt validating, bankable proof that his dedication mattered. He'd revealed an unseen world to countless seekers, vibrant melodies bridging past and present. Some accused him of living in yesterday, but he knew better. His students' transformation accused nothing. Their joy, vibrant and genuine, was the truest reward. As younger generations embraced his teachings, Ravi understood legacy wasn't about accumulation—it was about continuing the sacred thread binding us all together.