As Śaṅkhacūḍa stood conversing with Tulasī, a divine voice addressed him, questioning, “What is it that you are doing, Śaṅkhacūḍa, speaking with her in this way?” The voice continued, acknowledging the greatness of both: “You are a jewel among men, and she, a jewel among women—virtuous above all others.” It was further said, “A king may abandon rare happiness without conflict or trouble, but why, O chaste one, do you neglect such a beloved and virtuous man?” The voice offered reminders of sacred unions: “Just as Lakṣmī is with the Lord of Lakṣmī, just as Rādhikā is with Kṛṣṇa, just as the earth is with Varāha, and Menā with Himālaya; just as Rohiṇī is with the moon, and Rati with Kāma, O chaste one; just as Ahalyā is with Gautama, and Devahūti with Kardama; just as Dakṣiṇā is present in the sacrifice, and Svāhā is with the fire; just as Devasenā is with Skanda, and Mūttī with Dharma—so too, O beautiful one, you will remain with this handsome man for a long time.” The prophecy continued: “Afterwards, you will again attain Govinda in Goloka.” Having thus bestowed his blessing, Brahmā returned to his own celestial abode. At that moment, the heavens resounded with the sound of celestial drums, and showers of flowers rained down in celebration. Overcome by emotion, Tulasī, now united with her new husband, fainted in bliss. Together, they enjoyed the sixty-four kinds of pleasure, delighting in the arts and each other. Their embraces, charming and intimate, took place in an exceedingly delightful spot, free from the presence of others—a flower garden on the riverbank, adorned with blossoms and sandalwood. Tulasī, adorned with all manner of ornaments, shone with extraordinary beauty and enchantment. Playfully, Tulasī captivated her husband’s mind. She traced sandalwood upon his chest and decorated his arms with tilaka. In joy, he left the mark of her nails upon her chest. When their loving play came to an end, they arose together. Tulasī adorned her beloved with a tilaka made of sandalwood mixed with saffron, offered him fragrant betel and garments purified by fire, and presented him with an excellent ring of priceless jewels. Again and again, she declared, “I am your servant,” and, smiling, gazed upon his lotus-like face with unceasing delight. He drew her close, placing his beloved upon his chest, and kissed her firmly on the cheek and again on her bimba-like lips. He then presented her with a garland of jewels famed throughout the three worlds. He gave her a pair of anklets, and also an ornament that had once belonged to Svāhā. He bestowed upon her jeweled rings and the finest ornament of Rati, along with splendid, decorated seats and a bed of rare excellence. With loving care, he arranged her abundant hair, adorning it with garlands and three crescent-shaped ornaments, and anointed her with fragrant sandalwood paste. He marked her forehead with a blazing vermilion, shaped like a lamp, and joyfully applied bright red dye to her nails. Again and again, he declared, “O goddess, I am your servant.” Leaving behind the forest of austerities, Śaṅkhacūḍa then led her to another royal abode, their hearts united in love and divine blessing.