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“This man seems to be some magician. He wants to make me his wife forcibly. Please do not be enticed by him.” Laksmi said.
The king was surprised. What is truth, then ? His curiosity increased. He asked Suvadan :
"Suvadan, you at least must have seen this man.”
“No Sir.”
“You have travelled in different countries. It is possible that you must have met him somewhere. Try to remember well and reply.”
"Your Honour ! I am seeing him this morning only in your court.” He replied boldly.
“Never before this time ?"
“No, Your Honour ?"