History of Aurangzib, Based on Original Sources v4.c59.s9.11

v4.c59.s9.11

In a short time (probably in April), the Khan reached Wai (20 miles north of Satara), of which town and district he had been jagirdar and governor for the last ten or twelve years. At Wai he halted for several months, hatching plots for getting Shivaji seized. That chief had taken up his residence at Pratapgarh, some time before. Afzal sent his land-steward Krishnaji Bhaskar to Shivaji with a very alluring message, saying, “Your father has long been a great friend of mine, and you are, therefore, no stranger to me. Come and see me, and I shall use my influence to make Adil Shah confirm your possession of Konkan and the forts you now hold. I shall secure for you further distinctions and military equipment from our Government. If you wish to attend the Court, you will be welcomed. Or, if you want to be excused personal attendance there, you will be exempted." (Sabh. 13-14.)