So I come and to see if you will turn aside to my village to help us." "Where did you learn English ?" I exclaimed, more and more astonished.
"I is servant one time at British Lesident's at de Maharajah's city.
Pick up English dere.

Also pick up plenty lupee.

Velly good business at British Lesident's.

Now gone back home to my own village, letired gentleman." And he drew himself up with conscious dignity.
I surveyed the retired gentleman from head to foot.

He had an air of distinction, which not even his bare toes could altogether mar.