In this heartwarming tale from Sivadasa's Vetala Panchavimshati, Jayant and his family find themselves exiled to a forest, where he unexpectedly weds a beautiful princess from another kingdom. Through her, Jayant learns of the tragic plight of the Naag, who must offer one of their own as a daily sacrifice to the mighty Garuda. Moved by compassion, Jayant selflessly volunteers to take the place of a Naag, willing to lay down his own life for another. In a twist of fate, Jayant is ultimately spared, showcasing the power of empathy and self-sacrifice in the face of adversity.