Tomorrow under the spell of the Pushya star, king Dasaratha will consecrate blameless Rama born in the race of Raghu as heir apparent (the maid said). [2-7-11]
Having heard these words of the royal maid, the hunchback ( Manthara ) became furious and speedily descended from that palace resembling the peak of mount Kailasha. [2-7-12]
Oh ! senseless one, why are you lying down? Get up A great fear is gripping you. Why don't you realise that you are floating in a sea of perils. [2-7-13]
Though you appear to be your husband's darling, in reality he dislikes you. The good fortune you boast of indeed is unstable like the stream of a river in summer.' [2-7-13]