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pleased, he will help us. Seduk accepted the suggestion and went to the palace with some fruits and flowers. He gave them as a present and was engrossed in doing selfless service to the King. Good work is always noticed. The king also observed his Services and so he once called him and asked:
"Who are you? Why have you come here? Tell me without hesitation."
Seduk "Your Honour, sir ! I am a poor Brachmin of your kingdom. If you do little mercy on me, my miserable life may become a happy life"
The king was moved by his request and told him not to worry. He should daily bring some good flowers of the forest and in return the king would give him two gold coins"
Thus the life of Seduk was improved. Once the king of champa city invaded
