I associated with gladiators, and with winners of prizes in the Circus; and they were my teachers.

The drill-masters in the great camp accepted me as a scholar, and were proud of my attainments in their line.

O sheik, I am a soldier; but the things of which I dream require me to be a captain.

With that thought, I have taken part in the campaign against the Parthians; when it is over, then, if the Lord spare my life and strength--then"-- he raised his clenched hands, and spoke vehemently--"then I will be an enemy Roman-taught in all things; then Rome shall account to me in Roman lives for her ills.

You have my answer, sheik." Ilderim put an arm over his shoulder, and kissed him, saying, passionately, "If thy God favor thee not, son of Hur, it is because he is dead.