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Lilavai-Kahā of Koühala
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934. Then whatever that Vijayānanda had acquired such as
elephants, jewels, gold etc. in his conquest of quarters, was
presented to the master. 935. In that great treasure, the king found an invaluable large
and bright necklace (i.e. of large and bright pearls) worthy
of being presented to Lilāvati. 936. Then, picking up that necklace bright like the moon's
splendour, the king said to Vijayānanda, “This itself is
(my) present to her. 937. Go quickly, taking (it with you), O Vijayānanda. and
knowing the condition of our work there, start on your
way back without delay.” 938. Saying this, my charming one ! (lit. one with eyes like those
of a frightened fawn), the king sent Vijayānanda to Lilāvati. 939. And when Vijayānanda had gone O sweet one, that king
Sālavāhaņa forgot himself day and night (i e. spent days
and nights thinking about her alone). 940. (He) did not find diversion in (composing or listening to)
good poetry, gave up matters of administration of the kingdom, did not hear talks of friends and did not adorn
his body or limbs; 941. (He) lost all comfort of sleep, did not wish for bath, had
no satisfaction in anything), did not hear advice from the learned and did not have the pleasures of (the company of)
charming women; 942. In the company of Pottisa and others he always indulged in
talks about Lilāvatt; and throughout the day he remained
waiting for Vijayānanda's return. 943. One day, the door--keeper with a delighted face suddenly
reported to the king that Vijayānanda was at the gate. 944. So with great joy, O sweet one ! the king called out (to
someone or to Vijayānanda) and ordered a golden seat for Vijayānanda in front of him).
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