[The Weavers Complete by Gilbert Parker]@TWC D-Link bookThe Weavers Complete CHAPTER XII 19/51
"I come from the master of Egypt--master of thee, and of thy life, and of all that is thine." "What is Kaid's message to me ?" Harrik asked, with an effort at unconcern, for David's boldness had in it something chilling to his fierce passion and pride. "The word of the Effendina is to do right by Egypt, to give thyself to justice and to peace." "Have done with parables.
To do right by Egypt wherein, wherefore ?" The eyes glinted at David like bits of fiery steel. "I will interpret to thee, Eminence." "Interpret." Harrik muttered to himself in rage.
His heart was dark, he thirsted for the life of this arrogant Inglesi.
Did the fool not see his end? Midnight was at hand! He smiled grimly. "This is the interpretation, O Prince! Prince Harrik has conspired against his brother the Prince Pasha, has treacherously seduced officers of the army, has planned to seize Cairo, to surround the Palace and take the life of the Prince of Egypt.
For months, Prince, thee has done this: and the end of it is that thee shall do right ere it be too late.
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