The World of Courtesans c8.165

c8.165

If her husband proceeded on a journey, then in his absence she wore only auspicious ornaments, observed fasts in honour of the gods and looked after his business affairs. As a matter of precaution she slept near her elders and worked according to their wishes. She earned money in the way prescribed by the *nayaka* and spent it for her daily expenses and for special occasions. She strove hard to see the successful completion of the work started by her lord. In his absence she did not visit her parents except to attend the birth and death ceremonies in their home in the company of her husband's people. She consulted her servants in business transactions. In this way she increased the family income and cut down the expenditure.