And a mist of tears came into the eyes of Golden Bells.
And he told them of the crucifixion between two thieves, and a great oath ripped from the beard of Kubla Khan, and the silver tears ran from the eyes of Golden Bells.
"'And on the third day He arose from the dead...'" And a great shout came from the throat of Kubla Khan, and he stood up.
"He arose from among the dead men, I'll warrant; He showed himself to the Roman Pilate in all His power and majesty--" "No," said Marco Palo.
"Then He showed himself to the thousands who had seen him die upon the gallows tree!" "No," said Marco Polo.
"Who saw Him, then ?" "His twelve Apostles and they in a little room!" And Kubla Khan sat down suddenly and said no more.

There was a moment's murmur of wonder among the assembly, and then silence.

And Marco's heart fell.

And he was aware of two things, of the great politeness of the Chinese people and of Golden Bell's pitying eyes....