The princess ran to her brother and said: "I learn from Sairandhri who has served in the Pandava court, that Brihannala is an expert charioteer and has actually been a charioteer to Arjuna, the Pandava hero. Take him, go forth to save us and cover yourself with glory."

Theprince agreed and at once theprincess ran to thedancing hall and informed Brihan- nala (Arjuna in disguise) that her services were required as charioteer.

She said: "The Kauravas are going away with the wealth and the cows of my father. These wicked men have come, taking advantage of the king's absence.

Sairandhri says that you have beenArjuna's charioteer and have acquired dexterity in warfare.