The Chachnāma (Fatḥnāma-yi Sind) 16.1.1

16.1.1

Daharsiah entertained hopes that, if Déhar remained negligent and careless, the fort would fall into his hands. He therefore made efforts in that direction. He rode on very fast, in the fashion of cavaliers giving exercise to their horses, and in one day and night he travelled twenty leagues, and early the next morning he arrived at Alór. Dahar (meanwhile) had made preparations to go on a hunting excursion. Just as his horse was brought to life. In such matters, even a son does not consider it proper to repose trust in his father, and a father does not consider it proper to repose trust in his son. If, however, you are determined to have your way, you must wash your hands of your life. From no point of view does this step appear to me a right one.” “Then what is the counsel of perfection for us in this matter?” asked Dahar. “The counsel of perfection,” replied the wazir, “for you is that you should shun your brother’s love and friendship and not be anxious to meet him. Better secure yourself within the walls of the fort, and act according to the words of the astrologers and soothsayers and follow their advice. No other plan will be of any good to you in this matter.” According to this suggestion, Dahar made up his mind and took shelter in the fort, and laid up stores of the articles that he considered necessary for the garrison, like grain, grass and firewood. He collected men, arms and appliances of war, and made himself quite ready to repulse the attack of the enemy.