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Afrasiab Weeps as Shideh Departs
Book C4 · The Final Afrasiab Wars and the Disappearance of Kay Khosrow

Afrasiab Weeps as Shideh Departs

From C4.6, Afrasiab Sends Envoys to Khosrow. It illustrates C4.6.54–57:

  • C4.6.54
    Then Shideh chose four wise men for his train,Men proved in counsel, hardship, loss, and gain.
  • C4.6.55
    He bowed before his father and withdrew;His father wept as grief within him grew.
  • C4.6.56
    A thousand warriors escorted Shideh’s way,Discreet, well-armed, and ready for the day.
  • C4.6.57
    Soon scouts of Iran saw across the plainThe shining standard of the prince’s train.

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