The Madness that is MQC

This is that time of the year when it doesn’t matter whether we are good, bad or ugly; girl, guy or a sigh, compliments and special favors are strewn along our path just because we're a Litcommie.

“Oh, should I get you something?”… “Chocolates, or some savoury snack maybe?"

There’s not one day during this mega event that we do not get coaxed and cajoled to leak out just a few questions or  “Just give me a few websites you guys have used to prepare the questions. I want to be well prepared for tonight’s quiz you see.” In a bid to sing 'We are the (quizzing) champions', people get carried away with their own powers of persuasion or ability to charm an answer or two from an unsuspecting Litcommie. One poor editor was half kidnapped and questioned intensely to reveal (hold your breath) an audience question in an effort to making the kidnapper look "smarter" in front of everyone.

Special mention can be made of a certain Mr.Ticksy Turvy and a Mr.Juicy Burger in this regard who religiously bugged Litcommies before every quiz. And how can we forget the man with the ‘spidery’ touch, Mr. Mozzarella who threw compliments in every direction there was a Litcommie:

“Divyangana, you look beeyootiful tonight!” (attempts to get cozy) and then he virtuously promises to flirt with her everyday making us believe this isn't MQC related at all! “Smriti, you look so pretty. Have you done something to your hair?” And even, “Karthik, man, your T-shirt looks so cool” or threatening to run his fingers through Karthik's hair which scandalized the poor man! “Pertash….Pertash” (violently shakes his head in an unsuccessful attempt to come up with something) “Ankit, my dear friend….” His evening was filled with giving hi five here and flashing a charming smile there. Sadly, all his hard work was in vain, his team didn't qualify.

Oh and who said we are complaining? Keep ‘em coming people. When our minds are buzzing with A3 and A4 posters, starred questions, Kitkats and coupons, bringing the flexes down and putting the cushions right,nothing makes us feel this important and loved. Flattery does have it's charms. Top 7 teams, are you listening?

Here’s to the MQC which is nearing its end with only the Mega Quiz left, may there be many more.

P.S. Fellow Litcommies brace yourselves and be on your guard at all times