KING.

[S']akoontalá, take our child and lead the way. We will together go into the presence of the holy Sage.

[S']AKOONTALÁ.

I shrink from entering the august presence of the great Saint, even with my husband at my side.

KING.

Nay; on such a joyous occasion it is highly proper. Come, come; I entreat thee.

[All advance.

KA[S']YAPA is discovered seated on a throne with his wife ADITI.

KA[S']YAPA.

[Gazing at DUSHYANTA. To his wife.