I never yet knew Mahommed Gunga to give an order without good reason for it; but beyond that he chose me, because he said the task might prove difficult and he trusted me, I know nothing." "Have you no idea of the reason ?" "Miss-sahib, I am a soldier.

To me an order is an order to be carried out; suspicions, fears are nothing unless they stand in the way of accomplishment.

I await your word.

I am ready.

The horses are here--good horses--lean and hard.