The Akbarī Generations 53.1.4

53.1.4

When the death of Lodi was reported to Khan-khanan and his circle, which was full of amirs of renown, he at once set his heart upon the conquest of Bengal and Lakhnauti, and marched against Patna and Hajipur. In high spirits he arrived in the vicinity of Patna. Daud now deeply regretted the murder of Lodi, who, by his wisdom, and judgment, and devotion, had kept the affairs of Bengal in order. He marched towards Patna, and was at first resolved upon battle; but he afterwards recoiled from trying an action, and resolved to take shelter in his fortifications. Khan-khanan was delighted when he was informed of this resolution, and he already foresaw the conquest of Patna and Hajipur. Daud, without drawing a sword or shooting an arrow, retired precipitately into the fort of Patna, and set about repairing the works.