The History of Humāyūn (Gulbadan Begam) 3.3.5

3.3.5

The victory was followed by change in the personnel of Babar's army, which had long been wearying for home and murmuring against Hindustan. This was especially so amongst Humayun's Badakhshis, who were accustomed to short service of one or two months, and it was now almost sixteen since they had left even Kabul. Only promise of immediate leave to follow had induced some men to stay for this one fight, and they had been told that when it was over, all who desired it should have freedom to go. Many amirs had given 'stupid and unformed opinions' against remaining in Hindustan at all, and down to the humblest followers these views had found acceptance. As has been said, nothing would persuade Babar's closest friend to stay with him, although before his final decision was acted on, his master had called a council, and had expressed himself with directness and vigour: