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go any distant place also.”
Sen replied : “Your Honour ! I have no such ambition. I will not have to go to far-off places."
Samarketu was very much pleased. His hope was fulfilled. The prince Sen will now remain with him for ever. He was greatly consoled.
Man tries to be free of worries by planning long term projects. But his may or may not be fulfilled. some obstacle may turn up, or unexpected · situation may develop. Sen's wish not to go elsewhere got a jolt.
: One day, Amarguru, the son of the aged minister of Champanagari came. They were both of equal age. Sen and Amarguru had studied together and played together. Sen was overjoyed seeing him and warmly embraced him. Then he asked :
“Friend ! Respected uncle, Harishen,
