Hairi further remarks that the aforementioned anecdote...

Hairi further remarks that the aforementioned anecdote subsequently became a basis for the accusation against the Khwajah. Yet,the real reason for it was the prevalence of sectarian bias. He cites Wassaf, which after quoting Rashid al-Din's report adds that after the Khwajah's reply, Hulagu proceeded with a strengthened determination and a calm heart' with the conquest of Baghdad. [^63]