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In the Padma Purana, it is said that as long as the progeny of Dasharatha and Janaka exist, Vibhishana will not kill them. He said this with great determination. ||27|| He wandered the earth for a long time, but could not find them. Then, his spies, who could assume any form at will, informed him about their location, appearance, and other characteristics. ||28|| Being a sage, he asked me, "O sage, do you know of any kings named Dasharatha and Janaka on earth?" ||29|| In response, I said, "I will find out and tell you. O best of men, I see his intentions as extremely cruel." ||30|| Therefore, O king, until this Vibhishana does something to you, hide yourself somewhere secretly. ||31|| I have equal affection for those who are righteous and worship their gurus, and especially for those like you. ||32|| Do what you think is right. May you be well. I am now going to inform King Janaka of this matter. ||33|| Having said this, Narada Muni, who had been greeted by King Dasharatha, flew up into the sky and went towards Mithila with great speed. ||34|| He went there and informed King Janaka of all this. It is right, because those who are worthy of respect are dearer to him than life itself. ||35|| After Narada Muni left, King Dasharatha, whose mind was filled with fear of death, summoned his minister, Samudrahrdaya. ||36|| The best of speakers and devoted to his master, the minister heard the great fear from the king's mouth. ||37|| He said, "O lord, all creatures perform actions for the sake of life. Tell me, what is the use of the kingdom of the three worlds for a lifeless creature?" ||38|| Therefore, until I destroy the enemies, you should wander the earth in disguise, so that no one recognizes you. ||39|| Upon hearing this, King Dasharatha entrusted his treasury, country, city, and people to Samudrahrdaya and left the city. ||40||