Shri Shiv Chatrapati Caritr 1.13.4

1.13.4

After Rustam-i-Zaman had been defeated, Abdul Karim Bahlol Khan wazir (came) from Bijapur with an assembly of twelve thousand horsemen laid siege to Rangna. The garrison fought much and the Raje also attacked them by sending troops, (and) assisting from outside. Bahlol Khan was much harassed. And the rains ensued (and) storm commenced. Many perished during the rains. Elephants, horses, (and) camels died. The [Bijapur] army was spoilt. Such became (his) condition. Bahlol Khan fled away saving his life (alone). The fort remained safe. Then in all the cities that were in the Moglai (Mughal dominions) were stationed four to five men in disguise for spying (out their wealth and opportunities of plundering them). The informations gathered, two were to come to report the intelligence, (and) two were to remain there on the watch. Then the residences and cities were to be plundered by sending the army. This arrangement was made. Shortly afterwards came Bahirji Jasud from Surat, with the information that — "If Surat is plundered, wealth beyond counting will be found." So (he) reported. Thereupon the Raje argued, — "(If) the army (is led) by servants, the work is not likely to be done satisfactorily. Therefore, if going (is decided) I should go in person with the army." So he decided.