Therefore, although free to go into the town, or ride beyond the island, it is well that you should never be long absent; and that, if you wish to be away for more than two hours at a time, you should first let me know, as I may be able to tell you if the sultan is likely to require you.

He has fixed your pay at four hundred rupees a month." Dick, as he accompanied the chamberlain on his tour through the Palace, was struck with the order and method that prevailed in every department, and the chamberlain told him that Tippoo, himself, inquired closely into details, and that, large as was the daily expenditure, no waste of any kind was allowed.
The splendour of some of the apartments was surprising, especially the throne room.

The throne itself was of extraordinary magnificence.

It was of gold, thickly inlaid with gems.

On the apex stood a jewelled peacock, covered entirely with diamonds, emeralds, and rubies, with pendants of pearls.