I wrote that note to you in a hurry, for I was on the point of going on a round of inspection of the camp, when your sowar arrived.

I intended to question him concerning you, on my return; for I had no idea that, after making such a long journey, he would start back at once, but I found that he had ridden straight off, directly the note was handed to him.

You must dine with me, today, and tell me all the story.

I see, from the colour of your skin, that you have been in disguise again." "Yes, sir.

There were materials for dyeing the skin in the village, but nothing that availed to take it off.