After the lovemaking is over....
...let your servants appear again,
bringing trays of juice--
mango, lemon, sweet lime--
and a feast of light, delicious snacks.
Consomme to revive her strength,
kebabs, crisp vegetables,
candied oranges, nut-studded halvas,
sherbets and liqueurs
and any other foods you know she likes.
Then, making yourselves comfortable
upon rugs and cushions
spread out on the terrace
in the moonlight
you may quietly enjoy each other’s company.
The Love Teachings of Kama Sutra, Translated from Sanskrit originals by Indra Sinha