To this the king objected, and motioned Kory-Kory to bring me into the house.

It was in vain to resist; and in a few moments I found myself within the Ti, surrounded by a noisy group engaged in discussing the recent intelligence.

Toby's name was frequently repeated, coupled with violent exclamations of astonishment.
It seemed as if they yet remained in doubt with regard to the fact of his arrival, at at every fresh report that was brought from the shore they betrayed the liveliest emotions.
Almost frenzied at being held in this state of suspense, I passionately besought Mehevi to permit me to proceed.

Whether my companion had arrived or not, I felt a presentiment that my own fate was about to be decided.

Again and again I renewed my petition to Mehevi.