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decided to jump to death, the next morning. They set out accordingly, next morning. The people went along with them-the king and the Queen. The people prayed
'Your Highness! Our would be king, prince Mahabal went away leaving us. And now you also are going away leaving us orphans. How shall we live without you?" The king, with tears explained to them:
'After I go, your Dharma and your deeds protect you. I also feel acute pain in leaving such loyal and religious people. But promise is more valuable than life. Those who save their lives but lose their vows are not worthy to be called Kshatriyas. Now bid us farewell, smilingly.'
The king advanced futher towards the mountain. At that time, one man came shouting: "It is strange that some person may be terribly miserable in your kingdom, your Honour and you don't know even. One handsome youth is
