Narrated by Kumar Varun. As Bhishma lay wounded on his bed of arrows, Karna visited him, seeking forgiveness and blessings. Bhishma, deeply moved, revealed Karna's true lineage as Kunti's firstborn and urged him to reconcile with the Pandavas. However, Karna, bound by loyalty to Duryodhana, resolved to repay his friend's trust with his life if necessary. With Bhishma incapacitated, Karna joined the Kaurava forces, bringing hope to their demoralized camp. This meeting showcases Karna's steadfast loyalty, Bhishma's profound wisdom, and the transition of leadership in the Kurukshetra war.Sources, Bibliography and Suggested further reading:1. Vyasa, Krishna-Dwaipayana. Mahabharata. Translated by Kisari Mohan Ganguli. Public Domain.2. Subramaniam, Kamala. Mahabharata. Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, 1965.3. Menon, Ramesh. The Mahabharata: A Modern Rendering. HarperCollins, 2004.