KARNA: Son of the Charioteer

Chapter 37

Bhisma's fall surprised everyone, including Duryodhana.

"I never expected Arjuna, the revered hero, to use a woman as an archer and shoot Bhisma, who had laid down his arms!" exclaimed Duryodhana. "What kind of hero is that!"

Nevertheless, Duryodhana had to accept the outcome. Although Bhisma hadn't died—because he had vowed not to die until he saw the end result of the battle—he could no longer lead the Kaurava army. He immediately called upon Drona to take command of the Kaurava forces.

In the battle led by Drona, Karna was once again denied permission to join by Drona.

"I don't want my victory to be because of him. I don't need him," replied Drona.

Karna understood the clear animosity between them, so he agreed and did not participate in the battle.

Drona displayed impressive prowess, and the Pandavas could not withstand him. However, Drona still showed affection for his disciples, the Pandavas, and did not unleash his full strength against them.

As a result, the battle ended with