It was not from a desire to secure the welfare of Kunda Nandini that Hira conceived this design.

Under the influence of jealousy Hira had become so enraged with Kunda, that far from wishing her well she would gladly have seen her go to destruction.

But in jealous fear lest Debendra should gain access to Kunda, Hira constituted herself the guardian of Nagendra's wife.
Thus the servant Hira became the cause of suffering to Kunda, who saw that Hira's zeal and attention did not arise from affection.

She perceived that Hira, though a servant, showed want of trust in her, and continually scolded and insulted her.

Kunda was of a very peaceful disposition; though rendered ill by Hira's conduct she said nothing to her.