The walls and the columns were of white marble, inlaid with arabesque work of colored stones.

Four golden lamps hung from the ceiling, the floor was covered with costly carpets, and at one end ran a raised platform a foot in height, piled with soft cushions.

He took a turn or two up and down the room, and then struck a silver bell.

An attendant entered.
"Send Khoosheal and Imambux here." Two minutes later the men entered.

Imambux commanded the Rajah's troops, while Khoosheal was the master of his household.
"All has gone off well," the Rajah said; "I am pleased with you, Khoosheal.