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and she gained consciousness. She told Krutantvadan, “You have completed your duty. Now, go back to Ayodhya & convey my message to King Dasharatha's son that you have abandonded me due to the gossips & blemish of people, yet it may do you no harm but likewise, don't leave the religion by their words, or else your entire birth will be spoilt.
After hearing this, his eyes were full of tears & heart, full of praise for the truth of the chaste lady. It is well said that, “Who can try the one, protected by God.”
When Sitaji was alone in the forest, King Vajradanta happened to be there with his minister Subuddhi, in search of elephants. Seeing her alone & helpless, he came to help her with his soldiers. Assuming him to be a thief, Sitaji threw all her ornaments towards him. He told her, “Don't worry, we will not harm you. We came
here to help you and are like your brothers.” Sitaji told him the entire incident. He consoled & took her to his kingdom Pundarik, with respect. Sitaji gave birth to twins Lava & Kusha. When they grew up they fought with Rama. In the battle, Rama & lakshmana were perplexed. At that time, Naradji came there & introduced them to each other. The battle ended & Rama met Lava & Kusha happily. He brought them to his kingdom with honour & respect. Then, as per the order of Ramaji, Sitaji performed Agnidivya i.e. chastity test.
Everyone welcomed her. Sitaji plucked her hair out with her hands & accepted asceticism. We all are familiar with the story of Ramayana.
As Vegavati did not confess, she had to suffer a lot. She had to tolerate allegations; she had to part from Rama & had to wander in the forest alone.
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