"Accept these beautiful treasures! It will be a good thing for both of us!"
Rakshasa proudly lifted his head, looking at the enormous budding lotus ahead.
So much wealth.
He was certain that even the treasure vaults of the kings upon the earth would not contain such immense wealth.
So much wealth that even those lofty ascetics would be drawn by the brilliance of the gold, and even the blinded would open their eyes anew.
"Come out!"
Come out! Come out! Come out!
Rakshasa spread his arms wide, shouting excitedly.
However, silence ensued from within the bud.
"..."
Rakshasa's expression stiffened.
He took a deep breath and called out again, but the silence persisted, not even a dog barked.
Vibhishana quickly approached his elder brother.
"Big brother!"
"Don't be hasty!"
"You are the ruler of many Rakshasas; you must display the demeanor of a king!"
"Let's wait a bit longer!"
Vibhishana advised.