As they did so, Gregory drew his horse up alongside Zaki.
"Look here," he said, "if we see the Dervishes coming in force, I shall come to you, at once.

You shall take my horse, it is faster than yours.
I shall give you a note for the General, and you will ride back at full gallop, and give it to him.

The horse is fast, and there will be no fear of their catching you, even if they chase; which they will not be likely to do, as they will be thinking of attacking us." "Very well, master.

I will do as you order me, but I would rather stop and fight, by your side." "That you may be able to do some other time, Zaki.

This time, you have got to fetch aid." Then he rode on to join the chief.