XX
The Dark Chamber
Sudarshana
Lord, do not give me back the honour which you once did turn away from me! I am the servant of your feet—I only seek the privilege of serving you.
King
Will you be able to bear me now?
Sudarshana
Oh yes, yes, I shall. Your sigh repelled me because I had sought to find you in the pleasure garden, in my Queen's chambers: there even your
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