The whole earth holds not her equal in beauty. If you contrive to carry her off,
separation from her will kill Raama; so great is his love for her. Consider how you can do
this. Do not think of battle with him."
When he heard of Seeta's beauty, the
Raakshasa's desire was kindled. He began to think that the defeat of Khara and his hosts
was indeed a fortunate event that brought him an opportunity for gaining one more
beautiful queen and wife. He welcomed kampana's advice and said, "Tomorrow morning I
shall go. I think your plan is good."
Accordingly Raavana set out in his
mule-yoked flying chariot which gleamed like the moon among the clouds as it sped fast in,
the air, He went straight to Maareecha's dwelling. |