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Adipuranam .. Adorned with the radiance of various ornaments, like the bow of Indra, he appeared as if his body was made of radiance itself, and was worthy of worship with four types of merits. ||20|| Seeing the radiant king seated on a lion throne, Jayakumar, filled with devotion, bowed down to him, touching the ground with his eight limbs. ||121|| Extending his hands in respect, he was seated by the king on a nearby seat, adorned with a pleased gaze. Thus, Jayakumar, filled with joy, shone brightly amidst the assembly. ||122-123|| With a face radiant like the moon, and words that brought joy to all, the king said, "Why, Jayakumar, have you not brought your bride? We were eager to see her. Why were we not invited to this new wedding celebration? Did Akampan separate us from our kin? Is this right? Oh, I was like your father, you should have married Sulochana after placing me in front, but you have forgotten all this." ||124-125|| Thus, satisfied with the king's natural, peaceful words, Jayakumar, expressing his devotion, bowed down and looked at his feet, as if he were a sinner. Then, receiving mercy from the king, he stood up with folded hands and addressed the king of kings. ||126-128|| "O Lord, the king of Kashi, who is obedient to your commands, has always followed the tradition of a Swayamvara in all marriage ceremonies. Thus, after consulting with all the ministers who are learned in the scriptures, this celebration was begun, but fate has turned it upside down." ||129-130|| "That war, which was destined to destroy me completely, has been pacified. Therefore, this servant has come to your feet for refuge." ||131|| "O king, who conquers all directions with your chariot, many gods, vidyadharas, and kings become your servants, circling your lotus feet. Then, who am I?" ||132||