History of the Khaljis, A.D. 1290–1320 c5.15

c5.15

Ever since he had left Kara about three and a half months back there had been no correspondence between him and the Sultan. He was naturally afraid that those who knew of his designs would surely have poisoned the ears of the King in his absence. Not a few barons at the court had learnt of his ambitious schemes. Ahmad Chap alone had clearly stated his suspicions and had been rebuked for his frankness. According to Yahya, however, some treachery of ‘Alāuddīn had leaked out and had made him very cautious in dealing with the old king.∗ As soon, therefore, as he arrived in Kara he addressed an epistle to his uncle professing therein his love