Harischandra had, emerged triumphant in the initial test. Vishwamitra was awfully worried. He wondered how he would fulfil the oath he had taken in Devendra court. What was worse, this Harischandra's fame was spreading and wide. He thought of another plan.
Some men have money-power.
Some have soul- power. Some others draw sustenance from their position and prestige. Vishwamitra decided to wean away the king to his hermitage and try the power and spell of his status on him. I shall see how he can afford to stick to truth,' he said to himself. He used his magical powers and created a number of wild animals.