There were, however, a few brick houses, the property of flourishing traders.

The palace was a large square edifice, without any architectural adornments.

Trees grew everywhere in the streets and, in the distance, the town had the appearance of a forest.
Harry was conducted to one of the largest brick houses in the town.
A host of sweepers had been at work, carpets were laid down, and furniture placed in the principal rooms.

He had no doubt that it had been requisitioned from its owner by the rajah for him, and the furniture supplied from the palace.

The principal rooms were on the upper floor, and there was ample accommodation for the escort below.
Harry requested the officers to ascertain when the rajah would be ready to receive a visit from him, and they returned with word that he would receive him, in private audience, at eight o'clock that evening.