I myself will take charge of the affairs at the palace; and Umballa shall go to the burning ghats.

I will announce to him that I found you not." The captain and his men departed, while Ramabai and his friends reentered the house, to find the imperturbable Lal Singh decked out in his lawful finery.
"All is ready," he announced.
"Dawn," replied Ramabai.
"The servant goes forth for the chupatties." * * * * * * Dawn.

The garden was filling with silent armed men.

With Ramabai, in the secret gallery, were the chiefs.

Ramabai indicated the blazing swords.
"My friends, choose among these weapons.