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## English Translation:
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**14.** The ten-headed one, ignorant of the special [knowledge] or driven by anger, might perhaps desire to kill both of us, leading to a disastrous outcome.
**15.** One should not reveal to evil friends, the defects of mantras, disrespect, charity, merit, one's own valor, bad character, and the burning of the mind.
**16.** Therefore, I seek refuge in the one who has vanquished Khara and Dushana in battle, he will bring me peace.
**17.** This time is opportune due to our shared affliction, for people on earth with similar circumstances find solace in each other.
**18.** Considering this, Sugriva, with his noble mind, sent a messenger to appease Viradha.
**19.** When the messenger informed him of Sugriva's arrival, Viradha was filled with wonder and joy, thinking to himself: "It is amazing that Sugriva, worthy of our service, is coming to serve us. But what is impossible for a man with the power of refuge?"
**20.** Then, hearing the thunderous sound of the drums, the city of Patala (Alankara) was filled with fear and anxiety.
**21.** Then Lakshmana asked Viradha, "Tell me, whose trumpet sound is this that we hear?"
**22.** He replied, "O God! This is Sugriva, the lord of the monkey clan, endowed with great strength, who has come to you with love."
**23.** Bali and Sugriva, these two brothers are the rulers of the city of Kishkindha, sons of the radiant Sun, and are renowned throughout the world.
**24.** Among them, Bali, known by that name, was famous for his character, valor, and other virtues. He was like Mount Meru in his pride, and did not bow down to Ravana.
**25.** Finally, attaining supreme enlightenment and placing the prosperity of the kingdom under Sugriva's control, he entered the forest of penance, free from all worldly possessions.
**26.** Sugriva, too, with a pure heart, was blessed with prosperity through his wife Tara. He ruled his kingdom without any obstacles, just like Hari with Sachi.
**27.** He will grant [what is requested].