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The kings and princes were experiencing the extremities of joy and sorrow on hearing about this development. When they met again in Lakshman's palace, Lav and Kush said.
"Has our father given his consent ? Has he agreed to our proposal of bringing our mother to Ayodhya ?"
"Of course, he has given his consent, but he will receive her into Ayodhya only after her purity has been proved in the presence of all people.”
"So he wants to test the chastity and purity of our mother. Is that so? Let him test her. Our mother is absolutely pure. She is sublime like the Ganga !” Lav and Kush said with elation.
Lakshman received the princes into his lap and bathed them with tears of affection.
Just then Sugriv entered the palace and said, "I have given the necessary instructions to the ministers. A magnificent pavilion will be constructed outside the city. A vast platform also will be constructed. The people of Ayodhya can sit upon it and watch the events.”
“Now let us not delay even a moment. You make arrangements. You make arrangements to go to Pundarikpur.”
"I will set off to Pundarikpur tomorrow morning.”
"And yes ! You must take the Pushpakviman with you. Kindly entreat Sita on my behalf to return to Ayodhya. Please tell her, “Your child Lakshman is eager to meet you and to receive you."
“We will certainly convey your message to Sita and we will return with Sita."
"Sugriv! Kindly convey to our mother our regards. Please tell her, "Lav and Kush are anxiously awaiting your arrival.” If necessary we will also join you,” said Kush impatiently.
"No, dear prince! You need not accompany us. There is no need. We will manage it ourselves. If you are with us it is possible that..."
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