They bow low and pass out. Ambapali (Ap.) enters.
Ap. Are they gone, my Lord, and what did you decide?
Bb. I propose to go to war.
Ap. You are rightly called "the Warlike."
Bb. I want to round off my kingdom and expand my power northward until it reaches the Himalayas.
Ap. The gods will speed you and the blessings of the saints shall be upon your people.
Servant enters.
St. There is a holy man who wants to see your Highness. His name is Devadatta.
Bb. Show him in.
Servant exit.