He agreed to furnish one, and also accepted a smaller present from me than usual, when it was represented to him by Pascoal and Faria that I was not a trader.

He seemed to regard these presents as his proper dues; and as a cargo of goods had come by Senhor Pascoal, he entered the house for the purpose of receiving his share, when Senhor Faria gravely presented him with the commonest earthenware vessel, of which great numbers are brought for this trade.

The chief received it with expressions of abundant gratitude, as these vessels are highly valued, because from their depth they can hold so much food or beer.

The association of ideas is sometimes so very ludicrous that it is difficult to maintain one's gravity.
Several of the children of the late Matiamvo came to beg from me, but never to offer any food.

Having spoken to one young man named Liula (Heavens) about their stinginess, he soon brought bananas and manioc.
I liked his appearance and conversation, and believe that the Balonda would not be difficult to teach, but their mode of life would be a drawback.