Vibhishana

In The Rāmāyaṇa of Vālmīki: An Epic of Ancient India, Volume VI: YuddhakāṇḊa, Rama spoke to Lakshmana about Vibhishana after the victory. He called Ravana's younger brother devoted and loyal, and said that Vibhishana had rendered him great assistance. Rama's cherished desire was to see Vibhishana consecrated king of Lanka. Lakshmana agreed, brought golden vessels filled with water, and anointed Vibhishana king by Rama's decree in the presence of the rakshasas. The rite took place before the gathered rakshasas, as Rama had ordered. Then Rama released the celestial chariot that Indra had loaned him and paid homage to Matali. The foremost monkeys reverently saluted him.

Vibhishana then appointed his four rakshasa companions as ministers and established peace within his realm. He presented himself to Rama after peace had been established, and Rama knew that the new king had achieved his ends. Vibhishana brought offerings from the citizens, including food, water, and flowers. He gave the offerings to Rama and Lakshmana, and Rama accepted them with satisfaction. The citizens' food, water, and flowers reached Rama and Lakshmana through their new king.