ACT V SHAKUNTALA'S REJECTION
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Kālidāsa and Ryder, Arthur W. (Arthur William)
Chaplain. When Kanva's pupils had departed,
She tossed her arms, bemoaned her plight, Accused her crushing fate—--
King. What then?
Chaplain.
Before our eyes a heavenly light In woman's form, but shining bright, Seized her and vanished straight.
(All betray astonishment.)
King. My teacher, we have already settled the matter. Why speculate in vain? Let us seek repose. Chaplain. Victory to your Majesty. (Exit.)
King. Vetravati, I am bewildered. Conduct me to my apartment.
Portress. Follow me, your Majesty.
King (walks about. To himself).
With a hermit-wife I had no part, All memories evade me; And yet my sad and stricken heart Would more than half persuade me.
(Exeunt omnes.)