Muntakhab al-lubab 157.4

157.4

A'azzu-d din had long been angry with his father in consequence of the harsh treatment he had received from Lal Kunwar; and on the 29th Shawwal he was much dispirited, as he received no support and guidance from Khan-dauran, who showed more pusillanimity than ever. The terror of Khan-dauran was visible in his face, and the Prince consulted with him about running away. Both of them were so alarmed that they packed up what they could of their jewels, treasure and ashrafis to carry with them. The rest of their money, their tents, their wardrobes, and all their military implements, they left to plunderers. At a watch before day these two dignified chiefs, with some trusted companions, took horse and fled. Such a panic fell upon the whole army that the men lost all heart and self-command. Some of them did not wait to put saddles on their horses, or to collect their necessaries, but vied with each other in running away to save their lives. Messengers carried the news of their flight to the camp of Farrukh Siyar. Congratulations passed from tent to tent, and the sounds of rejoicing rose high. The ruffians of the bázár and the soldiers, more hungry than hawks on a hunting day, started off to plunder, and they seized upon money, horses, elephants, and whatever came under their hands.