Purana Qila, Prince chamber, afternoon of 9th April 1557.
After the lunch session, nobles began to gather in the prince's chamber as visitors. The first to enter was a 54-year-old Muslim nobleman, dressed in an angarkha, a long tunic with a kurta style, paired with tight pajama-style pants. His outfit was completed with a printed coat and a Persian-style turban atop his head. He walked in with a broad smile, and at first glance, Aditya knew this man meant serious business.
With the formal greetings exchanged, Aditya gestured for him to take a seat.
The man revealed his identity, "I am Azhar Ali, cousin of Ali Barid Shah, Sultan of the Bidar Sultanate. I am here to discuss matters of mutual interest with you, Sehzade of the Samrajya."
