Sumantra continued with Sanath Kumara's narration. "In the Ikshvaku dynasty, will be born a king, radiant, prosperous and devoted to truth. A man of his word and of many virtues, he will be known as Dasaratha who at a later time will form a friendship with Romapada. The story goes on to say that the famed king Dasaratha, lord of the people, upholder of morality and truth would approach Romapada and request him to send Rshyasringa to conduct the religious sacrifice, for the invocation of progeny, so that the Ikshvaku dynasty may continue without interruption.

When Romapada agreed Dasaratha's tormented mind raced with joy. Free of all anxiety, he approached Rshyasringa, reverently with folded palms. He said that bereft of sons, he wished to perform suitable rituals to beget children and that Rshyasringa should preside over them and bless him with sons. His boons were granted. Four sons of great renown were born, bringing glory and fame to the Ikshvakus unequaled in all the three worlds. This was the story told by Sanath Kumara during the early period of Krita Yuga.

Sumantra then asked king Dasaratha to command the best of chariots and gather a resplendent retinue to honor and escort Rshyasringa back to Ayodhya. With the permission of Vasishta Dasaratha accompanied by his queens and courtiers, left for Angada. Crossing many rivers and forests he found the brilliantly magnetic Brahmin glowing like the flames of a new born fire, sitting next to Romapada.

Overwhelmed with joy at the sight of king Dasaratha, who was the best of his friends, Romapada welcomed him with great warmth and reverence. Aware of the bond of friendship between the two Rshyasringa also paid special tributes and offered an even more elaborate reception. Having enjoyed the wonderful hospitality for a few days, king Dasaratha wished to return so that he could commence the austerities. Romapada bade him an affectionate and touching farewell. Eager and excited Dasaratha set out on the journey back to his kingdom. He dispatched messengers ahead, to herald their arrival and to decorate the city. Hearing of the home-coming of the royal entourage the people of Ayodhya jubilantly busied in carrying out the king's commands. Streets were sprinkled with scented water incense was burned and flags hoisted. Soon Dasaratha with Rshyasringa preceding him made a grand and pompous entry into a beautifully bedecked Ayodhya, to the blare of conches and the beating of drums. The citizens were delighted to behold the brilliant sage who was taken into the palace to be given a traditional and fitting welcome. Dasaratha was happy because he was able to bring Rshyasringa. The royal ladies beholding Shanta were happy. Her beauty fascinated them and they treated her with worshipful affection honored by all.Shanta too was happy and she along with Rshyasringa dwelt in Ayodhya for some time.