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point of weeping. She acted a drama also of taking vows. Sikhee was giving her the religious codes.She on her part, was using it as a means to actieve her goal.
Jalinee who was unfamiliar with the rules of conduct of monks said :
“I will consider myself fortunate if you take meal: which I serve you. I want to purify my soul of my past bad behaviour by serving food to you.”
Sikhee showed his inabilily to do so.
"For us that is not permissible, I am helpless." - - -
Jalinee gave fare well to them at that time. She decided to use this weapon in future.
Muni Sikhee returned to Meghvan garden. Three days passed swiftly. The fourth day when they had to set out was just near. Jalinee was puzzled. She thought :
