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Oriental Encounters

CHAPTER XXII
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My only wish to see him was upon account of that old rogue who ran away from us.' 'The man was certainly ungrateful--curse his father!' said Rashid.
'The man is to be pitied, being ignorant,' said Suleyman.

'His one idea was to defend his house and land by combat.

He did not perceive that by the course of law and influence he might defend them more effectually, and for ever.

He probably did not imagine that your Honour would yourself approach the Governor and plead with him.' 'I shall see nobody,' I answered crossly.

'We return at once.' 'Good,' said Rashid.


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