CHITRA
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a beauteous evening fading into the night. To me the supreme fulfilment of desire seemed to have been revealed in a flash and then to have vanished. . . . But who is it that pushes the door?
Enter Chitra, dressed as a woman.
Ah! it is she. Quiet, my heart! . . . Fear me not, lady! I am a Kshatriya.
Chitra
Honoured sir, you are my guest. I live in this temple. I know not in what way I can show you hospitality.
Arjuna
Fair lady, the very sight of you is indeed the highest hospitality. If you will not take it amiss I would ask you a question.
Chitra
You have permission.
