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The Eighth Chapter
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Then, in the great hall of Maswan, surrounded by a deep moat, adorned with white Kund gems, dark blue Mahaniil gems, red Padmarag gems, bright Pushparag gems, and deep blue Garuda gems, the city of Lanka, naturally beautiful, was further embellished by the devoted citizens, filled with wonder and joy, at the arrival of their protector, the Rakshasa king, Dasanana. Dasanana, the benevolent and generous ruler, entered his city, free from doubt, like Indra himself. As he entered, he enhanced the splendor of Lanka with towering elephants like mountains, chariots adorned with jewels, resembling grand palaces, with golden bridles that clinked and waved chamaras, colorful flying machines that soared high into the sky, moon-like umbrellas, and flags whose ends fluttered far and wide. The sound of auspicious chants echoed from the throngs of bards. The vast sound of trumpets, mixed with the notes of the veena, flute, and conch, filled the entire space and sky. ||511-518||
Then, those who were eager to see their lord, who had arrived in accordance with the lineage, and who were adorned with beautiful clothes and ornaments, all the citizens, accompanied by groups of captivating dancers, came before Dasanana, holding offerings made of fruits, flowers, leaves, and jewels. They bowed to Dasanana, with the elders in front, and offered their salutations. ||519-521||
Dasanana honored them all and dismissed them. They all went to their homes, praising his virtues. ||522||
Then, Dasanana's house was filled with women, whose minds were filled with curiosity and who were adorned with various ornaments, eager to see him. ||523||
Some of these women were coming to the windows, their clothes loosened due to haste, and their ornaments were disarranged due to the jostling. ||524||