'You know my powers of magic.

It was my magic that brought these barbarians to your boat.

And you know how they will profit you.

I read your thoughts.

Let me come with you and see the end of them, and then I will work the spell I promised you in return for the little experience you have so kindly given me on your boat.' The skipper looked at the Egyptian with some disfavour.
'So it was YOUR doing,' he said.