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by Arundhati Roy
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Chapter 19, Saving Ammu Summary

The children are taken to the police station, where they are given soft drinks. Inspector Thomas Mathew, the same one who heard Baby Kochamma's accusation, now questions the twins. Soon he realizes that a terrible mistake has been made. Velutha had not kidnapped them. Sophie's death was an accident.

The police officer has Baby Kochamma brought to him. He coldly explains to her that Velutha has committed no crime. Baby mentions the rape charges, but these would have to be placed by the supposed victim, Ammu. Mathew explains that Velutha will more than likely die from his beating. The police are in a very delicate situation. They beat an innocent man. The older lady assures the officer that she will solve it. While Mathew goes to get the children, Baby says her.....

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