Leave it to them to punish the criminal, for Osiris withdraws his favor from those who choose the fiend for their ally." "My sacrifices," replied Paaker, "secure me the favor of the Gods; but Mena behaved to me like a vile robber, and I only return to him the evil that belongs to him.

Enough of this! and if you love me, never again utter the name of my enemy before me.

I have forgiven Nefert and her mother--that may satisfy you." Setchem shook her head, and said: "What will it lead to! The war cannot last for ever, and if Mena returns the reconciliation of to-day will turn to all the more bitter enmity.

I see only one remedy.

Follow my advice, and let me find you a wife worthy of you." "Not now!" exclaimed Paaker impatiently.