And for thy horses grass and corn.”

To Guha as he pressed and prayed,

Thus Raghu's son his answer made:

“'Twas aye thy care my heart to please

With honour, love, and courtesies,

And friendship brings thee now to greet

Thy guest thus humbly on thy feet.”

Again the hero spake, as round

The king his shapely arms he wound:

“Guha, I see that all is well