And he knew the man he had to deal with.
"I say again, you are my master's servants by your own confession.

I did not say his slaves.

You are a free people, but you will serve a greater in this affair.

As for this dog who blasphemes, when we have settled more important matters we will attend to him." The mullah was scarcely a popular member of his tribe, for no one stirred at the call.

The stranger sat watching him with very bright, eager eyes.