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Rh Rohini sits weeping on the ghât, her kalsi floating on the water. Then Gobind Lâl turned homewards from the garden. As he went he perceived Rohini still sitting on the steps.

That a woman should sit so long alone, weeping, troubled him. He reflected that, whether she were of good or of bad character, she was still one of God's creatures. I, also, am one of His creatures, therefore she is my sister. If I can end her trouble why should I not do so?

Gobind Lâl, slowly descending the steps, approached Rohini. He stood beside her in the brilliant moonlight like a lovely statue. Rohini, startled at seeing him, stood up. He also was surprised at recognising Rohini. He said, "Rohini! Why are you sitting so long alone, weeping?"

Rohini remained standing, but did not speak.

Gobind.  "Will you not tell me your trouble? I may be able to help you."

That Rohini, who could speak so bitterly to Hara Lâl, stood dumb before Gobind Lâl. Not a word did she speak, but, like a sculptured figure, enhanced the beauty of the