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Having then heard this, Suvadana felt agi. tated and merchant Toppa became glad. The goldsmiths were called; the blocks were broken and the name of Dharana was found. The king became angry with Suvadana and Laxmi. He said, “ Eh! kill this great rogue bearing the disguise of a merchant; banish this not-Laxmi who has spoiled both her life and character, from my kingdom; hand over all this wealth to merchant Dharana. Moreover, say, great man, what else should I do for you?” Dharana said, “ Lord, enough of this wealth to me. May your !ordship do me the favour by offering protection (nonfear) to Suvadana.” Having then thought, "Oh, what greatness he has ! ” the king said, "O merchant-son, [53] this is not proper; still your words can not be transgressed; so you know that best.”. Dharana said, " This is the favour of the lord; so I am favoured by your lordship.” The king said, “O merchant-son, accept your property.” Dharana said, “ As your lordship orders." Then being headed by the commission of principal citizens from the king, Dharana, along with Suvadana' went to the shore.
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