Satyawati -19

19. Chitrangad The princes had only seen girls Too eager to lift their skirts For or them. They chased Every girl they set eyes on. Chitrangad once met a girl A Gandharva lady so charming Angada was no ordinary girl Refused his advances outright. The prince, always revered by girls Never had heard a "No" in his life Tried to force himself upon her. A trained warrior, she overpowered him. Angada fled to her brother, Severe fight ensued betwixt the men Before Devabrata could reach Chitrangad was defeated n' killed. Even at this time of grief Devabrata drew his sword Against the killer in vengeance It was a matter of honour too. Angada came in between "Fight me first, for it is for me, That my brother killed yours." She swore, her sword on his chest. "I donot fight women", said Devabrata "But, I do fight men", she retorted. "Tell me, but why should I fight you? " "He tried to rape ME", she was furious. Devabrata respected women Never hesitated to bow his head Before this honorable lady And asked to be forgiven.