Now, hearken to me.

Our country is disturbed; we do not all of us love the seed of Senzangakona, of whom the present king, Panda, is one.

For instance, you may know that we Quabies--for my tribe, the Amansomi, are of that race--suffered at the spear of Chaka.

Well, we think that a time may come when we who live on shrubs like goats may again browse on tree-tops like giraffes, for Panda is no strong king, and he has sons who hate each other, one of whom may need our spears.

Do you understand ?" "I understand that you want guns, O Masapo," I answered dryly.