Hanuman was pleased that Sugriva's mission would soon be achieved since Rama too was in need of his help. He then asked Lakshmana what had brought Rama to the fierce jungles of Dandaka infested with fearful serpents and ferocious beasts. Lakshmana began his narration of what had come to pass, " Rama the most noble of Dasaratha's sons now wanders in this wilderness, banished from his home and empire. Ravana, the evil king of the rakshasas, has stolen his consort Sita who had followed him like the glow that follows the evening Sun.I, Lakshmana his brother who adores him for his incomparable qualities of dharma follow him like a slave and a servant. Kabandha has advised us to seek Sugriva's help in our effort to find Sita. The rth its rulers prosper by the grace of Dasaratha, a noble king renowned for his love towardsabore all and malice towards none! So dharmic and serene was Dasaratha that he was famed known as the second Brahma. Rama his most virtuous son and ultimate refuge of all all all creatures seeks help from a mere Vanara king! Let Sugriva be gracious Hanuman! For aRama is in deep sorrow!" Moved by Lakshmana's poignant narration Hanuman sadly said, "It is Sugriva who should have come in search of you, who are strong and disciplined. But to his good fortune you come in search of him! Vali cheated Sugriva, seized his wife and threw him out of the country. Sugriva the son of the sun god now lives here and will help you find Sita". Assuming his mighty form, Hanuman carried Rama and Lakshmana on his shoulders to meet Sugriva.