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Lankasundari
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"But I hope you will not repent after marrying a stranger like me.”
"I have known enough of you. You are no more a stranger to me. I have seen your fascinating appearance; your extraordinary heroism; and heard your words. Is this not enough."
Hanuman thought for a while silently and gave his consent to marry her. After performing her father's obsequies, she took Hanuman into her palace. That evening they dined together. Later, Hanuman married Lankasundari in accordance with the Gandharva system of marriage.
Lankasundari felt supremely happy to have married Hanuman; and Hanuman deemed his marriage with Lankasundari his first victory and an indication of good fortune.
Hanuman sat with Lankasundari in the balcony of her palace enjoying the cool breezes that were blowing. The sun set in the west. Gradually the night approached.
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