The former fixed his terrible eye upon me as if he would peer into my very soul.

A strange feeling began to creep over me; but I struggled against it with all my strength, and for a minute I seemed to gain the mastery.
I laughed in his face, as if I scorned his boasted strength.

A strange gleam was emitted from his light grey eyes, while his lips became ashy pale.

Then I saw him grip Kaffar's hand.

Instantly the room was peopled with a strange crowd.