The Book of Akbar 208.1.10

208.1.10

and do not let there be any failure, for the more zeal and devotion are displayed in respect of his Majesty, the more will be the approval by us. And on the day before he will reach the city, let there be erected at the head of the avenue (Jshiydbdn) of the Bagh 'Idgah tents with crimson satin on the inside, fine linen between, and Ispahan linen (misqdli) on the top, which, during these days, was reported as being prepared. And let care be taken that at every place where his Majesty’s gracious heart may take pleasure, and in every flower-garden that may be remarkable for its air, its streams, its amenities and delights, his Majesty be approached by you in an agreeable way, with the hand of respect placed servant-wise on the bosom, and that it be represented to him that that camp and army and all its paraphernalia are a present (peskkash) to the fortunate Nawwab. Also, while on the march, do you continually keep him pleased by conversation of a reassuring character. And do you yourself on the day before he will arrive at the city, leave that station after obtaining your dismissal, and proceed to serve our son. Next morning bring out the dear son from his residence for the purpose of giving a welcome. Put on him the suit which we sent him last year on New Year's day, and leaving one of the grey-bearded confidential officers of the Taklu family (Uimāq-i-taklū) who may be approved of and trusted by the asylum of dominion, in the capital, mount the son on horseback.