And, of course, you'll understand it wasn't possible to count all those unset stones--that 'ud take a week; but your seal is on that big chest, too, so you'll know if it's been opened.

You are certain you can preserve the peace of your state with the army you have ?" "Yes," said Howrah curtly.
"Don't want me to leave a squadron of my men to help you out ?" "No!" He said that even more abruptly.
"Good.

Of course, since you won't have to spare men to guard the treasure now, you'll have all the more to keep peace in the district with, won't you?
Let me repeat the terms of our bargain--they're written here, but let's be sure there is no mistake.

I agree to deliver your treasure into safe keeping until the rebellion is over, and to report to my government that you are friendly disposed toward us.

You, in return, guarantee to protect the families and property of all these gentlemen who ride with me.