The three worlds were restored to their normal condition.
The inhabitants of the universe once more became happy and cheerful.
Nahusha then said,--Everything that Indra used to enjoy is before me.
Only, his spouse Sachi is not by. Having said this, Nahusha proceeded to
where Sachi was and, addressing her, said,--O blessed lady, I have become
the lord of the deities. Do thou accept me. Unto him Sachi replied,
saying--Thou art, by nature, wedded to righteousness of behaviour. Thou
belongest, again, to the race of Shoma. It behoveth thee not to assail
another person's wife.--Nahusha, thus addressed by her, said,--The
position of Indra is now being occupied by me. I deserve to enjoy the
dominions and all the precious possessions of Indra. In desiring to enjoy
thee there can be no sin. Thou wert Indra's and, therefore, should be
mine. Sachi then said unto him,--I am observing a vow that has not yet
been completed. After performing the final ablutions I shall come to thee
within a few days. Extracting this promise from Indra's spouse, Nahusha
left her presence. Meanwhile Sachi, afflicted with pain and grief,
anxious to find her lord and assailed by her fear of Nahusha proceeded to
Vrihaspati (the chief priest of the celestials). At the first sight
Vrihaspati understood her to be struck with anxiety. He immediately had
recourse to Yoga-meditation and learnt that she was intent upon doing
what was necessary for restoring her husband to his true position.
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