After the tumult of battle, the moon-crested Lord Shiva, appeased, withdrew from the field. Bṛhaspati, now reunited with his beloved Tārā, returned joyfully to his home, accompanied by Rudra. Peace was restored. A year passed, and then a wondrous child appeared—radiant as twelve suns, clad in divine yellow robes, adorned with celestial ornaments. This son, shining like the moon, emerged from Tārā’s womb. He was wise in all sciences, and became the founder of the science of elephants. His name was renowned as Gajavaidya, the royal treatise on elephants. Because he was the son of King Soma, he was remembered as Budha, the royal prince. As soon as Budha was born, he surpassed all radiance. Brahmā and the other gods, along with divine sages, gathered to witness the birth ceremony in Bṛhaspati’s house. There, all the gods questioned Tārā: “By whom was this boy born?” Embarrassed before them, Tārā said nothing, remaining ashamed despite their repeated inquiries. At last, she admitted, “By Soma.” The moon-god Soma then claimed the boy, naming him Budha and granting him sovereignty over the earth. After performing the consecration, Soma made Budha chief, granting him equality of household. Brahmā, together with the brahmarṣis, bestowed their blessings. As all the gods looked on, Budha vanished from their sight, and in Ilā’s womb, Budha begot a righteous son. This son, Purūravas, performed a hundred horse sacrifices with his own brilliance and became honored by all the worlds. On the beautiful peak of Himavat, Purūravas worshipped Janārdana, attaining lordship over the worlds and sovereignty of the seven continents. Purūravas slew millions of Daityas, such as Keśi, and his form captivated Urvaśī, who became his wife. He protected the earth of seven continents, with its mountains, forests, and groves, upholding righteousness and seeking the welfare of all beings. Fame, bearing the royal chowrie, always attended him as his companion. By Viṣṇu’s favor, Indra granted him a half-seat, recognizing his greatness. Purūravas ruled with equal regard for righteousness, wealth, and desire. The deities of Dharma, Artha, and Kāma, curious about his conduct, visited him. The king received them with devotion, offering water for their feet and other honors. He brought three golden seats and worshipped them, giving a little more honor to Dharma. Because of this, Kāma and Artha became exceedingly angry. Artha, out of greed, cursed Purūravas: “You shall come to ruin.” Kāma added, “Madness for you will arise on Mount Gandhamādana; dwelling in Kumāravana, you will suffer separation from Urvaśī.” Dharma, however, blessed him: “You will be long-lived and righteous, O king; your lineage will endure as long as the moon, sun, and stars exist. May it increase by the hundreds and never perish from the earth.” Having spoken, they vanished, and Purūravas continued to rule. Day after day, Purūravas would visit Indra, sometimes ascending a chariot drawn by attendants in southern attire. Once, together with the Sun, he saw Citralekha and Urvaśī being carried through the sky by Keśin, the lord of the Danavas. Purūravas vanquished Keśin in battle, wielding various weapons and, desiring fame, released the wind-missile. Even Shakra (Indra) was defeated by him in battle. The gods then made friendship with Purūravas and gave Urvaśī to Indra. From that time, Indra, wielder of the thunderbolt, gained friendship with Purūravas, surpassing all the worlds in strength, vigor, fame, and prosperity. Pleased, Indra granted Urvaśī to Bharata for singing, and out of affection for Purūravas, Urvaśī sang his great deeds. Bharata established the festival called “Lakshmi’s Swayamvara,” where he instructed Menaka, Urvaśī, and Rambha to dance. Urvaśī danced gracefully in the form of Lakshmi; seeing Purūravas, she danced, overcome by desire. She forgot all the gestures previously taught by Bharata. Out of anger and separation, Bharata cursed her: “For fifty-five years you will become a slender creeper; Purūravas will experience the state of a ghost there.” Urvāśī returned to Purūravas and stayed with him for a long time. At the end of Bharata’s curse, Urvaśī bore a son to Budha’s descendant. She gave birth to eight sons: Ayu, Dirghayu, Ashvayu, Dhanayu, Dhrtiman, Vasu, Shucividya, and Shatayu—all possessed divine strength and energy. Nahusha, son of Ayu, had two sons: Vriddhasharma and Raji, as well as Dambha and Vipapma—these five were mighty warriors. Raji had a hundred sons, renowned as royal princes. Raji worshipped the sinless Narayana with austerity, and Vishnu, pleased, granted boons to him. Raji became victorious over gods, asuras, and men. Thereafter, a battle between gods and asuras lasted for three hundred years. In the fierce conflict between Prahlada and Shakra, neither was victorious. When asked by the gods and asuras, the four-faced god Brahmā spoke: “Where Raji is, who would be victorious between these two?” When asked for victory, the king was requested, “Become our ally.” Thus, the tale of Budha, Purūravas, Urvaśī, and their descendants unfolded, each act woven with the blessings, curses, and interventions of the divine, shaping the destinies of kings and gods alike.