But His Highness cannot conceal from himself that the mutinous troops and his people in general, ryots as well as soldiers, are in fear of an indiscriminate revenge, which will fall alike upon innocent and guilty.

He hopes, therefore, that measures will be taken to guard against the possibility of a general rising consequent on fear.
The Mustaufi was here reminded of the tenor of General Roberts's Proclamation on 15th September.

He answered that the people were too ignorant to be acted upon by a Proclamation, and then went on as follows: Of course, it is possible that no such combination may take place.

The Afghans are selfish, and divided against themselves.

Still, lest he should be blamed if it should occur, the Amir thinks it right to express his opinion, and give the British Government all the information in his power.