Ungraceful within the house, the same without;
evil causes breed evil karma, leading one down the evil realms.
In future lives I shall endure agony, not knowing where I shall dwell;
all heavenly beings hear my mournful weeping.
With none to offer deliverance, hell shall be my inevitable fate.”
May all sentient beings destined to encounter this writing uphold right faith and right mindfulness, practice the genuine Dharma, transcend suffering and attain bliss.
Grateful for the Buddha’s supporting empowerment, Ayù departed by white lotus flower.
Ayù pressed her palms to pay homage to the Magistrate.
The Magistrate spoke gravely: “Two condemned souls, one male and one female, have arrived at the judgment hall to stand trial today. The man was a procurer, and the woman a brothel madam.”
I replied: “Very well. Thank you, Magistrate, for arranging for me to observe the trial.”