In the court of the Swan King, meanwhile, the crane who was a spy had arrived with the news. “My lord,” said the crane to Chakravaka, “Doordarshi, the wise old vulture who is prime minister to the King of Jambudweepa, is coming here to discuss an offer of peace.” King Silver Plume wondered whether there could be any hidden reason perhaps for the visit. But Chakravaka laughed at his fears. “Sir, Doordarshi is very noble and far-sighted, like his name implies,” advised Chakravaka, “A child who has burnt his lips with hot milk will blow even into whey before drinking it. But Doordarshi knows when somebody is to be suspected and when he is to be trusted.” “Tell me more about this,” requested King Silver Plume.
The Swan King Gets News
