His possessions are of immense extent; he holds the emperor at Delhi in the palm of his hand; he can put one hundred thousand horse into the field, and has large numbers of infantry, including sixteen battalions drilled by French officers, and commanded by de Boigne; and although Doulut Rao is but twenty, and as yet we know but little of his disposition, he is of course surrounded by the advisers of his uncle, and may be expected to pursue the same policy.

His uncle gained great ascendency over the Peishwa, and his death was a fortunate circumstance.

Still, it is certain that the prince, until his powers are matured, will yield to the advice of those to whom the conduct of affairs is entrusted.
"Now, I am going to the palace, and have requested a private audience with Mahdoo Rao, and I will take you with me." Followed by a train of officers, with whom Harry fell in, the minister proceeded to the palace.

His train remained in the public hall, and Nana went into the Peishwa's private apartment.

In a few minutes, an official came in and called Puntojee; and Harry at once followed him to an inner room, where the Peishwa and his minister were alone.