The Great Epic of the Bhārata dynasty 12.349.3

12.349.3

bho bho kṣāmyābhibhāṣe tvāṃ na roṣaṃ kartumarhasi |
iha tvamabhisaṃprāptaḥ kasyārthe kiṃ prayojanam || 3 ||

"Bhishma said, 'Having said these words unto his dear spouse, the chief of the Nagas proceeded to that place where the Brahmana was sitting in expectation of an interview with him. As he proceeded, he thought of the Brahman and wandered as to what the business could be that had brought him to the Naga city. Arrived at his presence, O chief of men, that foremost of Nagas devoted by his nature to righteousness, addressed his guest in sweet words, saying, O Brahmana do not yield to wrath. I address thee in peace. Do not be angry. After whom hast thou come hither? What is thy object? Coming to thee, I ask thee in affection, O regenerate one whom dost thou adore in this retired spot on the banks of the Gomati!'