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curiosities, and rarities of the country, to carry to the regions of the East. The Vizir set out and, after a long journey arrived at the Eastern Sea, but with whatever speed he travelled, the news of his route preceded his arrival, at the court of the Emperor of the East. When the object of his mission was reported to the emperor, he expressed great surprise, that such should be the popular talk before any Embassy had come from the west. The Vizir Khigesteray appeared in the Hall of audience, and according to the custom of ambassadors presented to the King of the East the Letter with all the curiosities and rarities which he had brought, The Emperor was highly pleased with the presents and with the utmost joy, and satisfaction, received the proposal contained in the Letter, he requested the Vizir to remain a few days till the bridal festivities, could be prepared at the end of which he promised to permit him to commence his journey. The Vizir kissed the Ground took his leave in the most respectful manner and went to reside in a Caravansera,

The Emperor entered the Haram and related the news to the Mother of the Princess, The Princess as well the Mother, was greatly pleased at the intelligence, the nagurit? of joy, was ordered to be beat and the Court