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ARYA STHULABHADRA In the assembly, Shakadal greeted the king. His The king asked Priyankara to come near and
brushed his hair. Looking at his sweet chubby two sons followed his suit
body the king teased 1, Priyankara,
I am son of prime- Shriyankara. minister Shakadal of Please accept my Kalpaka clan, offer a greetings too. my respectful greetings.
How sweet! Beautiful and well
eat, son ! mannered kids.
What do young
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Sweets cooked
by mother.
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The king laughed and said
Yes, that is why at home everyone calls him
Sthulabhadra.
Indeed, that's why you are so plump (sthula).
His plumpness too looks good (bhadra). Isn't it minister!
Should I also call you Sthulabhadra ?
As you wish, Sire !
No
After this the king send the kids home with plenty of gifts.
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