However, he represents the laws, which we must all obey." "I think," said the Wizard, "we ought to see your High Coco-Lorum and talk with him.

Our mission here requires us to consult one high in authority, and the High Coco-Lorum ought to be high, whatever else he is." The inhabitants seemed to consider this proposition reasonable, for they nodded their diamond-shaped heads in approval.

So the broad one who had been their spokesman said, "Follow me," and turning led the way along one of the streets.

The entire party followed him, the natives falling in behind.

The dwellings they passed were quite nicely planned and seemed comfortable and convenient.