The Akbarī Generations 50.2.1

50.2.1

As soon as it was light, the bakhshis drew up the forces, and marched on without drawing rein to a place about three kos from Ahmadabad. Orders were given for every man to arm himself, and the royal armoury was opened, so that every man who had lost or damaged a weapon might choose one to suit him. Asaf Khan was sent to Khan-i 'azam, to inform him of the proximity of the Emperor, and directing him to effect a junction. Thus, in nine days, the Emperor marched from Fathpur to the outskirts of Ahmadabad, a feat which it is difficult for the pen to describe.