The sage Narada encountered the two kings, and after hearing about the impasse, preached about the nuances of honesty and humility to both of them.

Agni, assuming the form of a dove, sought refuge in the lap of the king, seeking protection from a pursuing kite.

Indra, assuming the form of a kite, flew into the scene, asking Shibi to offer him the dove that it had been chasing.

Shibi refused to give up the dove that had sought his aid and countered that he would be willing to offer some other flesh as a substitute.

The deities assumed their original forms and hailed him, telling him that he would be blessed with a son named Kapotaroma.