The History of Mubārak Shāh 7.19

7.19

Muhammad Khan Auhadi had joined Sharki, and consequently being afraid, he shut himself up in the fort. The Sultan invested the fort, which was very lofty and strong, and was deemed impregnable. But the garrison was unable to make a successful defence ; their hands were powerless against the assailants, and their feet were unable to flee. So they were compelled to capitulate and ask for mercy. His Majesty, full of royal mercy and compassion for Musulmans, forbore to punish Muhammad Khan, and granted him forgiveness. He directed his forces to remove from the fort, and on the 26th Rajab he marched out with his followers, and went off towards Mewat. His Majesty remained there for some days to set in order the wasted city ; then he took effectual care to preserve the district and fortress, by appointing as their governor Malik Mahmud, who had exhibited great resolution and loyalty in the government and protection of provinces, and had successfully accomplished many great duties. Thus, in the beginning of the reign, he had fought against Jasrath Khokhar ; and when he held the command at Lahor, he had successfully contended against the prince-deputy of the Prince of Khurasan, and had prevented him from coming to Multan. He was now appointed to command the fort of Bayana, and to manage the territory, and that ikta' and all its dependencies were placed under his charge.