New History of the Marathas v1.c11.26

v1.c11.26

8th June. Shivaji has petitioned the Emperor requesting, “ issue orders for a residence for me, to which I can move, but do not keep me here in the custody of Rām Sinh.” The Emperor replied, “ Rām Sinh is a faithful servant, you must remain in his charge.” So the Kumār’s men are now keeping a watch over Shivaji in addition to the Kotwal’s troops. Rām Sinh says that “ if Shivaji escapes or kills himself, I shall have to answer for it to the Emperor.” Therefore Tej Sinh and his retainers keep watch over the bed of Shivaji, while Arjunji, Sukh Sinh, and other Rajputs patrol around. Shiva, therefore, has sent word to Rām Sinh, take back the bond of security you have given to the Emperor and let the Emperor do what he likes with me.” In the mean time the Emperor wrote to the Mirzā Rājā asking what course should be followed with regard to Shivaji and his replies are awaited.”