--Even so.
KING [_prostrating himself_].--Most august of beings, Dushyanta, content
to have fulfilled the commands of your son Indra, offers you his
adoration.
KASYAPA.--My son, long may'st thou live, and happily may'st thou reign
over the earth!
ADITI.--My son, may'st thou ever be invincible in the field of battle!
SAKOONTALA.--I also prostrate myself before you, most adorable beings,
and my child with me.
KASYAPA.--My daughter,
Thy lord resembles Indra, and thy child
Is noble as Jayanta, Indra's son;
I have no worthier blessing left for thee,
May'st thou be faithful as the god's own wife!
ADITI.--My daughter, may'st thou be always the object of thy husband's
fondest love; and may thy son live long to be the joy of both his
parents! Be seated.
[_All sit down in the presence of Kasyapa_.
KASYAPA [_regarding each of them by turns_].--Hail to the beautiful
Sakoontala!
Hail to her noble son! and hail to thee,
Illustrious Prince! Rare triple combination
Of virtue, wealth, and energy united!
KING.--Most venerable Kasyapa, by your favor all my desires were
accomplished even before I was admitted to your presence.
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