Finally, that much-awaited and auspicious day arrived—Sunday morning! With the first rays of dawn, an unprecedented wave of joy rippled across the entire Kingdom of Rupnagar, including the royal palace. People in every household woke up early in the morning to witness this historic moment.
The newly appointed Prime Minister, Rupanjan, also woke up earlier than everyone else today. His heart was filled with a surge of joy alongside an unfamiliar, regal sensation. Completing his bath quickly, Rupanjan bowed to his deity with supreme devotion. Then, he dressed in that exquisite royal attire woven with rich silk and gold threads, presented to him by the Emperor. With his hair neatly groomed and dressed in full royal splendor—all together, Rupanjan looked as radiant and majestic as a newly risen star today!
Meanwhile, the Emperor was also fully prepared in his royal attire. Stepping softly, he entered Rupanjan's chamber. The moment his eyes fell upon Rupanjan, the Emperor's face filled with supreme satisfaction and pride. Smiling sweetly, he said, "Wonderful, Rupanjan! You look truly formidable and deeply dignified today. Come now, let us step toward the royal court. Starting today, your pure, noble minister's seat shall be placed right beside my royal throne in the main court! I shall sit on the throne as the Emperor, and you, as my Prime Minister, shall be seated right beside me. Come, my child!"
Hearing these affectionate words from the Emperor, Rupanjan smiled softly. Seeing his smile, the Emperor teased him gently, "What's the matter, Rupanjan? What is the secret behind such a sweet smile, tell me?"
Lowering his head shyly, Rupanjan replied, "No, Your Majesty, it is nothing! My heart simply fills with joy thinking of the infinite grace of the Almighty and your supreme affection."
Thereafter, the Emperor and Rupanjan walked with steady, confident steps into the main court chamber of the royal palace. By then, the guards in the court had laid out gold and silver vessels, and the subjects had begun taking their assigned seats. The Emperor took his seat on his throne, while Rupanjan was seated on the royal chair of the Prime Minister. As the sweet morning sunlight grew brighter, guests from surrounding realms and distant relatives of the royal family began arriving at Rupnagar one after another.
On the other hand, right from the break of morning, a chaotic frenzy broke out in the Junagarh royal palace!