When the wise and resourceful envoy Khorrad Barzin returned from his arduous journey, he entered the court of King Khosrow Parviz and presented a meticulous account of everything he had devised, witnessed, and brought to pass. Upon learning that he was finally freed from the shadow of his fierce and ill-omened enemy, Bahram Chubin, King Khosrow's heart swelled with boundless joy and divine gratitude. Without delay, he commanded that bountiful alms of silver, gold, and fine garments be distributed to the poor and needy across the land.
Royal scribes penned majestic victory letters in the Pahlavi script, dispatching them to kings and rulers of every province so all might know how Yazdan, the Lord of all, had crushed the rebellious adversary into dust. A grand missive, tailored with utmost respect, was also dispatched to the Roman Caesar. For seven glorious days, the entire kingdom dissolved into revelry; every avenue resounded with sweet music and flowing wine. Sacred fire temples received lavish donations, and the high Mobads were draped in robes of state and honor.
Turning to Khorrad Barzin, King Khosrow extolled his brilliance, declaring him worthy of a crown and throne. As a reward for his supreme service, the King filled the envoy's mouth with magnificent royal jewels and ordered the treasurer to pour one hundred thousand gold dinars and boundless treasures at his feet until the surrounding hall grew cramped. The King solemnly declared that whoever turns away from loyalty shall see their bright day turn to utter darkness, just as Bahram fell low in battle at the hands of an aged Turk. The assembled Mobads roared with praises, praying that the world never be deprived of Khosrow's rule, and that any rebel harboring malice against the crown meet the same tragic fate as Bahram.