Hussin's a great fellow, but as you know well, Dick, horses right up at the battle-front are not easy to come by.

Tomorrow I've got some kind of infernal fast to observe, and the next day that woman will be coaching me for my part.

We'll have to give Hussin time ...

I wish to heaven it could be tonight.' He was silent again for a bit, and then he said: 'I believe the best time would be the third night, the eve of the Revelation.

She's bound to leave me alone that night.' 'Right-o,' I said.