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The Forty-Fifth Chapter
43. Reaching the Sindhu river, he halted his elephant at the royal gate. Dismounting from the elephant, he entered the inner enclosure and seated himself there. Placing his beloved Sulochana, who was supported by his arms, in a suitable place, he made himself comfortable on a soft bed.
110. Knowing the appropriate activities for the time, he pleased his beloved with enjoyable things like bathing, eating, conversation, music, dance, and entertainment.
111. Spending the night happily there, he explained the reason for his stay. After reassuring her, he placed her in the care of Hemaangad and the others.
112. He appointed all his younger brothers to properly guard the army and, accompanied by a few trusted men, he set out for Ayodhya.
113. Welcomed by the likes of Arka-kirti upon his arrival, he was greeted with great affection and respect. Engaging in conversation with Arka-kirti, the king, Jayakumar, entered the city of Ayodhya, accompanied by his devoted followers, filled with love. For who else would not pay homage to a king who is worthy of respect?
114-115. Just as Indra dismounts his elephant at the outer gate of the Samavasarana, so too did Jayakumar dismount his elephant at the outer gate of the royal palace and enter the assembly hall. The floor of the assembly hall was adorned with jewels. In the center stood a jewel pavilion, filled with pillars studded with brilliant gems, adorned with canopies made of various kinds of silk, and decorated with long, pendant ornaments made of strings of pearls and gems. It was enveloped in a network of precious stones. Just as the sun shines brightly on the peak of Mount Meru, so too did King Bharata shine brightly on his elevated throne in that jewel pavilion. Just as the moon is adorned by a group of celestial beings, so too was King Bharata adorned by numerous kings. His pure white chamaras, like his own skin, were waved over him.