Nalan 3.9 Restored To Status

Got into the chariot In front his army marched. Behind him Kings followed. With his wife and children, To his own land, started Nalan. What was the distance? To Dhamayanthi’s question, On the distance to destination, Nalan said, “After seven hills, Our Mavindam City lies.” The Sun rise Nidadha Nadu became bright, When the sun rose with his light. The City had a majestic look, With the return of Nalan back. Reached the city King Nalan reached closer To The Mavindam-border, With his wife and children And his army of men. Sent a messenger His messenger, he sent To Pushkaran straight Asking him to meet There on the spot. Pushkaran saw Pushkaran saw King Nalan With his wife and children Backed up by a big army. And studied them slowly. Made enquiry He enquired, “Oh Nalan, Hope all of you are fine? Any trouble on your way? Glad to see you this day.” Placed the ring For a dice game, Nalan invited him. Pushkaran agreed. His ring Nalan staked. Won the winner Nalan played skilfully. He won the games finally All those he had lost, He got them back at last. Pushkaran went away Having lost his game And also his fame, He went back to his place With all his disgrace. Nalan reached his place Having won the game And also his fame, Nalan got back his city And went there finally. How to describe? Mavindam, the city of peace Will it match peacock dance Or the abundant fertile land That lies in and around? Sage Vyasa blessed and went Vyasa conclude, “Oh Dharman, You heard the story of Nalan. So, stop worrying at last.” He blessed him and went. Long live! Long Live! Long live all the Vedas. Long live learned Pundits. Long live those who heard And also those who read This story of King Nalan The End