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Kuntal and various other kingdoms to get ready for the invasion of Ayodhya. Let a proclamation be made that we are launching a campaign. We would like to see the heroism of those who did a great injustice to our sacred mother.”
“Dear sons! Before we make the proclamation, you must secure your mother's consent. I agree to your plan. I am ready.”
"Now, we cannot delay even a moment. Kindly join us. We will go and get our mother's consent.” And the three proceeded to meet Sita. Sita received Vajrajang with honour and said : “Any news ? What's the matter ?"
“Revered Queen ! Lav and Kush want to proceed to Ayodhya. They desire your consent.”
"No uncle ! Not only we but also all our armies must proceed towards Ayodhya. We would like to see our father's extraordinary heroism !” Kush said in boiling anger. Sita was stunned to hear this. Her heart was filled with anguish. Her eyes welled up with tears. She said :
"Dear son! Do not think of such an unpleasant thing. You should not fight a war against your father. How could you ever entertain such an idea ? What a sin it is !” Sita spoke with great anguish. Then she paused a little. She heaved a long sigh and said again;
“Dear sons! Your father and uncle are not ordinary heroes. They are invincible in this universe. Even gods ca them. They destroyed Ravan, who was the greatest hero in the three worlds. They defeated Kumbhakarna, the valiant and Meghanath, the invincible and you want to fight against them. No. No. I can never give my consent to this plan."
"Mother dear! Do not worry. You do not know the heroism and abilities of your sons. Let Shri Ram and Lakshman who killed Lankesh Ravan witness a little the heroism of their sons."
"No, dear children! If you really want to see Shri Ram and Lakshman, you must go there as humble children because the venerable deserve politeness. You will attain glory if you approach them with politeness and affection."
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