History of Aurangzib, Based on Original Sources v2.c23.78

v2.c23.78

At all events, Murad was keen on reigning as king. He could not banish the fond dream of royalty from his mind, but had kept with himself his throne, golden umbrella, and other insignia of kingship since leaving Ahmadabad, in the hope of using them in Northern India; and now he saw his hopes threatened with disappointment. With every successive victory and march, Aurangzib’s power was growing greater and his position higher, while Murad’s grew less and less. Flattering courtiers fanned the young Prince’s jealousy and ambition and prompted him to assert himself: the crown of Delhi would best become a hero like him. If Aurangzib could usurp the supreme power, why could not Murad?