Tim mentioned the fact to his master, who said: "You see, Tim, Hossein has determined that I shall not be poisoned without his knowing it.

The little peddlers who come up here with herbs, and spices, and the ingredients for curry, might be bribed to sell Hossein poisoned goods.

By going down into the town, and buying in the open market, it is barely possible that the goods could be poisoned.

You need have no more anxiety whatever, Tim, as to poison.
If the attempt is made again, it will probably be by sword or dagger." "Well, yer honor," said Tim, "anything's better than pison.

I've got to sleep almost with one eye open.