23.03.2013 Views

Malayan literature; comprising romantic tales, epic poetry and royal ...

Malayan literature; comprising romantic tales, epic poetry and royal ...

Malayan literature; comprising romantic tales, epic poetry and royal ...

SHOW MORE
SHOW LESS

You also want an ePaper? Increase the reach of your titles

YUMPU automatically turns print PDFs into web optimized ePapers that Google loves.

BIDASARI<br />

A fine equipment, with a hundred men<br />

To follow him. 'Twas thus the King preserved<br />

His reputation as a mighty king.<br />

When he had sent the embassy, the King<br />

Went to his wife, <strong>and</strong> they were very gay.<br />

His love for her grew greater every day.<br />

The former merchant also was beloved.<br />

He gave the King good counsel, <strong>and</strong> obeyed<br />

His orders willingly. He often dined<br />

Together with the King <strong>and</strong> Queen. His wealth<br />

Grew vast. No one at all could with him vie,<br />

In Indrapura. He was much attached<br />

To the chief mantri. They were equals both<br />

In prudence, wisdom, <strong>and</strong> fidelity,<br />

With power unquestioned over all the folk.<br />

Beneath their sway prosperity increased,<br />

And many merchants came from far <strong>and</strong> wide.<br />

The kingdom was at peace. The King rejoiced,<br />

And everyone was happy in the l<strong>and</strong>.<br />

7J

Hooray! Your file is uploaded and ready to be published.

Saved successfully!

Ooh no, something went wrong!