The boys killed many soldiers and many ran away terrified at the unexpected prowess of the boys. Shatrughna had come up by then. When he saw the two boys, he felt deep love for them and offered to give them toys in exchange for the horse. “Please give me the horse,” he requested. He explained everything about the ashwamedha yajna and its conditions. “Prince, who are you? And why do you want this horse?” asked Luv and Kush, “If you have let it loose in the forest, then according to the declaration you must battle with us. Then are you afraid of battle with us?” Shatrughna was very angry. He picked his bow up and arrows, but within minutes the boys destroyed his chariot. He ordered his soldiers to capture the youngsters. But they were no match for the speed and accuracy of Luv and Kush. They ran for their life.
Shatrughna’s Efforts Fail
