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THE DARK CHAMBER
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Madhav

He looks as if he were moulded and carved for kingship, a figure too exquisite and delicate for the common light of day.

Enter the "King"

Madhav

Prosperity and victory attend thee, O King! We have been standing here to have a sight of thee since the early morning. Forget us not, your Majesty, in your favours.

Kumbha

The mystery deepens. I will go and call Grandfather. [Goes out.

Enter another band of Men

First Man

The King, the King! Come along, quick, the King is passing this way.