I think our first objective is the treasure." "That, sahib, is an acrobat of a plan," said Alwa; "much jumping from one proposition to another!" "It is no plan at all," said Cunningham.

"It is a mere rehearsal of the circumstances.

A plan is something quickly seized at the right second and then acted on--like your capture of Jaimihr.

Wait awhile, Alwa-sahib!" "Ay, wait awhile!" growled Mahommed Gunga.

"Did I bring thee a leader to ask plans of thee, or a man of men for thee to follow?
Which ?" "All the same," said Alwa, "I would rather halt and make a good plan.