27/36 On my part, I promise to say nothing, nothing." Umballa raised both his hands in astonishment. He knew now why that form had stirred his recollection. "My queen, my bride that was to be, the golden houri! Five times five thousand rupees would not purchase a hair of your head." "I am your queen!" But she said it without heart. You will be whatever I choose! Oh, it will be legally done. You shall go with me to the council, and the four of us shall decide. |