It is known throughout the land that I never change my word; and the white men know it also, do they not, O Macumazana ?" I answered yes, they did.

Also, this was true, for, like most weak men, Panda was very obstinate, and honest, too, in his own fashion.
He waved his hand, to show that the subject was ended, then bade Umbelazi go to the gate and send a messenger to bring in "the son of Matiwane." Presently Saduko arrived, looking very stately and composed as he lifted his right hand and gave Panda the "Bayete"-- the royal salute.
"Be seated," said the King.

"I have words for your ear." Thereon, with the most perfect grace, without hurrying and without undue delay, Saduko crouched himself down upon his knees, with one of his elbows resting on the ground, as only a native knows how to do without looking absurd, and waited.
"Son of Matiwane," said the King, "I have heard all the story of how, with a small company, you destroyed Bangu and most of the men of the Amakoba, and ate up their cattle every one." "Your pardon, Black One," interrupted Saduko.

"I am but a boy, I did nothing.

It was Macumazahn, Watcher-by-Night, who sits yonder.