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In the Padma Purana, it is ordained that a union should be made between two individuals who are equal in terms of their virtues, lineage, and the girl's beauty. ||42|| There is no reason for the destruction of the armies of both sides, as it is the nature of girls to serve their husbands. ||43|| While the messenger was speaking thus, a messenger sent by Padma arrived and spoke to Pushpottar. ||44|| She said, "O Lord, Padma prostrates before your feet and says that she is unable to come to you herself due to shyness." ||45|| "Father, there is no fault of Shrikant in this matter. I myself was motivated by the influence of my past actions." ||46|| "For women born in noble families, this is the path. It is my rule to renounce any other man." ||47|| Thus, informed by the messenger, Pushpottar was filled with anxiety. He was bewildered and distressed, wondering what to do. ||48|| He thought, "The most important virtue for a groom is to be born in a pure lineage. Shrikant possesses this virtue, and he has also sought refuge in a powerful faction." ||49|| "Although I have the power to overcome his pride, what can be done when the girl herself desires him?" ||50|| Knowing Pushpottar's intentions, the messengers, filled with joy, returned with the messenger and reported everything to King Kirti Dhaval as it was. ||51|| Pushpottar, who had shed the burden of anger due to his daughter's words, was proud and a knower of the ultimate truth. He returned to his own place. ||52|| On the first day of the bright fortnight of Margashirsha, in an auspicious hour, the wedding ceremony of the two took place according to the scriptures. ||53|| One day, Kirti Dhaval, motivated by great love, spoke to Shrikant with certainty. ||54|| "You have many enemies on Mount Vijaya. How long can you remain vigilant?" ||55|| "Therefore, stay here in this beautiful palace filled with jewels, in a place of your choice, and act as you please." ||56|| "You will never be abandoned by me. How can you leave, having broken the promise of my love?" ||57||