As the divine events unfolded, Shankara was instructed to go forth with Parvati, the destroyer of demons, letting Gauri precede him while he followed behind. The command was clear: awaken Parvati and bring her swiftly, ensuring she arrived without delay. Thus, Parvati and the Supreme Lord, Shankara, together carried out the instruction, approaching Brahma’s beloved. The divine couple spoke to Savitri, Brahma’s wife, saying, “A great task awaits you, O devoted wife.” They invited her to seek counsel from Gauri, the mountain’s daughter, or from the wide-eyed Lakshmi, or Indrani, the queen of the gods. They asked her to choose whichever goddess she trusted, offering their respectful bows. A blessing was then bestowed upon Shankara, the trident-bearing Lord of the gods: Gauri would always reside in half of Shankara’s body, making him radiant throughout the three worlds. Because of Shankara, destroyer of enemies, the entire world enjoyed happiness. With these words, Savitri was gently led by Brahma’s beloved. Gauri took her by the left hand, Lakshmi by the right, and after bowing to her, Shankara addressed Savitri, saying, “Come, O highly fortunate one, to where your husband stands. Go there, O beautiful one; for women, the husband is the highest goal.” At this gracious invitation, Savitri was encouraged to go with affection, with Lakshmi and Parvati standing before her. They assured her, “By our words and actions, O auspicious-faced one, no disrespect is intended, beloved of Brahma. Please, go joyfully as we request.” Gauri affirmed, “I am always your dear one, O goddess, as you yourself say. Lakshmi is placed in your hand, and I have held her in your right. Come, O greatly fortunate one, to where your husband awaits.” Thus, Savitri was led by Gauri and Lakshmi, positioned in the center, with Vishnu and Rudra at the front, and Indra and the other gods accompanying them. Gandharvas, Apsaras, and all beings from the three worlds—both moving and unmoving—gathered as the goddess Savitri, beloved of Brahma, arrived. Upon seeing Savitri’s beautiful face, Brahma, the grandfather of all worlds, together with Gayatri, spoke to her, “This goddess is a performer of deeds; I am now under your control. Command me, O beautiful one, whatever work you wish me to do here.” Addressed thus by Brahma himself, Savitri lowered her face in modesty and remained silent. Prompted by Brahma, Gayatri fell at Savitri’s feet, confessing, “I have committed an offense against you; forgive me, O goddess, I bow to you.” Savitri affectionately embraced Gayatri, comforting her, and said, “He is my honored husband. The husband’s word must be obeyed; he is the lord of life for women. This was declared by the blessed Virinchi at the time of creation.” She continued, “There is no separate sacrifice, vow, or fasting for women; whatever the husband says, she should do without disdain. A woman who reviles her husband, or her sister, or indulges in slander or idle talk, goes to hell. If a woman undertakes fasting or vows while her husband is alive, she diminishes his lifespan; if he dies, she desires hell. Knowing this, you must not do anything displeasing to your husband, O virtuous one; nor should you ever serve his right side.” Savitri explained, “In all matters, I myself have taken the right side of him; you, O virtuous one, should approach the left side, along with Narada and Pushkara. Other seats of Brahma and sacred places are established; you will obtain beauty here as long as creation continues. Both you and I must remain, without doubt, at the side of Brahma in Pushkara; you should take the left side. By this instruction, remain happily with me.” Gayatri replied, “I will do exactly as you direct. Your command must be followed by me; you are my friend equal to my life. I am your younger, O goddess; you should always protect me.” Then, at Pushkara, Brahma, the god of gods, together with Vishnu, after concluding their bath, granted boons to all the gods. He appointed Indra as lord of the gods, the Sun as lord of the luminaries, Soma as lord of the stars, and Varuna as lord of the waters. Daksha became lord of the progenitors, the Ocean lord of the rivers, Kubera lord of wealth, and Cakra lord of the Rakshasas. Pinakin was made lord of all beings and hosts, Manu lord of men, and Garuda lord of birds. Vasishta was declared foremost among sages, the Sun chief among planets; thus, Brahma bestowed these positions and continued his work. Brahma then respectfully addressed Vishnu and Shankara, declaring, “Among all the holy places on earth, you two are the most worthy of worship. Without you both, no sacred place ever attains holiness; wherever a linga or image is seen, that place becomes holy. Such places attain sanctity and grant all rewards; those who worship with offerings will be blessed. Having honored you both before me, why should anyone fear disease or danger? In those lands where your festivals and worship are performed, all such rites will be established. Hear now the fruits in those places: there will be no sorrow, no disease, no calamity, nor fear of hunger.” Thus, the divine order was established, and the gods, goddesses, and all beings rejoiced in the blessings and harmony brought forth by these sacred decrees.