The order of battles, too, will be changed altogether; and we shall depend more upon foot, while our horse, until now almost invincible, will become of secondary importance.
"However, that is not the question, at present.

The first thing to be considered is, to which of the three great leaders you are to attach yourself.

As you know, I was for many years in Scindia's service; but at his death the position was changed.

Scindia knew that I was active and capable; had he lived, I should soon have gained much promotion.

However, his chief minister took a dislike to me; and I felt that, now the Maharajah was gone, Doulut would be easily swayed by the counsels of those around him; and that instead of promotion I should be more likely to lose my command, and perhaps be put out of the way.