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Dasarath
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"I am thinking of it".
“But where is the need for worrying over this matter. Let Vibhishan come. The countless able warriors and heroic potentates of Ayodhya will extend a proper welcome to him," said the supreme commander of the forces of Ayodhya putting forth a few steps in a heroic manner.
"Dear commander ! You have spoken the truth. Our warriors trained and led by you are indeed formidable and invincible. Yet...."
"What is your doubt ?"
"If a war takes place, countless jivas will die. We should not also forget the truth that Ravan rules over half the country of Bharath. His armies and his militaric prowess are tremendous. His ability is incomparable". The Chief Minister said explaining the situation.
"Then, do you suggest that we should bow our heads to our enemy or seek refuge at his feet ?”
"That is not what I suggest”. “Then, let us know clearly what your suggestion is ?”
"We should make such a plan that you will not have to seek his refuge and that there will not take place the death of countless people in a war. We should make such a plan !” said the Chief Minister revealing his shrewdness.
“What the Chief Minister has said is absolutely right. We should not forget this vital truth that Vibhishan is not coming here with the ambition of acquiring territory. His purpose is to kill me". Dasarath said endorsing the opinion of the Chief Minister. Finally, leaving the responsibility of solving the problem to the Chief Minister, Dasarath dismissed his court for the day.
King Dasarath and the Chief Minister went into the counsel-chamber to discuss the matter, in detail. A chosen guard
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