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105 far from the Royal Gate. From that only princess will make her apperance.
But beware! You have not to open the box. If you open it, there will be great havoc. In the Swayamvar only, the would-be bridegroom will open it. At the time of opening the box, the scene will be like Swayamvar of Sita, the daughter of king Janak.
Just as different kings had assembled to tear apart the bow in Mithila, So will the kings try to open the box. There is nothing to wonder in this. Such miracles do happen in the lives of great and holy men. Your elder queen Champakmala is religious and your daughter also is a jewel among the girls and she follows the righteous path.'
The king and the courtiers were listening most attentively to the forecasts of Mahabal. The king disclosing the joy of his inner heart said:
'Astrologer! Please tell me little