विक्रम चरित (उज्जैन सम्राट् विक्रमादित्य - पराक्रम, न्याय एवं ३२ पुतलियों की कथा सटीक)

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saving the lives and properties of all his subjects, by which
he had placed each and all of them under the greatest of
obligations to him. A large retinue was ordered to attend
him on his departure, the king himself following him out of
the city, where, after having once more renewed his acknow-
ledgments, they parted, with many kind expressions of
sympathy and regard.
"As soon as the black mountain had been demolished,
and the place where it had stood made into a level plain,
Chitrangee arose from her couch, on which she had lain
inanimate since the night after her return from Indra's
palace; and at the same time the whole capital once more
recovered from its death-like state. Chitrangee rejoiced that
her punishment had been but of short duration, and she
eagerly looked forward to the arrival of her beloved Charoo.
The latter, as may be supposed, made all possible haste to
reach Badrikadar, and on his arrival there he informed the
hermit of his success. He remained with him for a few
days, being greatly worn out by his journey, after which,
having recruited his strength, he proceeded to the Himon-
chul mountain, where he again met with the royal birds,
who were glad to see him. Next day he was conveyed to
Chitrakoot, as he desired, and after thanking the friendly
bird who had transported him on his back, he entered the
town, at the improved aspect of which he was once more
delighted, as well as with the happy condition in which he
found all the inhabitants. Chitrangee, who was hourly
expecting Charoo, perceived him at a distance, and she ran
and embraced him with great joy and affection. After a
short repose, he acquainted her with his adventure, and by
what means he had obtained her release. Chitrangee
renewed her fond and endearing caresses, and praised him
for his tact and ability."
The Princess Pudmavuntty here interrupted the Rajhouse,
and observed how wonderful it was that a goose—a bird of
such small dimensions and physical powers—could rise into