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you were only instruments. Do not be disturbed by thoughts. So far as I am concerned, you are my as good a father, the incarnation of love and affection, as you were before."
King Surpal was choked up with emotions at this generosity and good intentions of his daughter-in-law. The entire family had almost been drowned in the ocean of joy.
Sheth Balsar came there with Bal, the son of Mahabal. Milk began to flow out from the breasts of Malaya. She was the frist to take up her son and apply him closely to her breasts. All took Bal in their laps one after another. They kissed him and made him play with them. King Surpal asked :
"Sheth Balsar! What name-ave you given to this boy ?"
The Sheth replied:
