It seemed that, by this sudden and unexpected blow, the whole of his plans were overthrown; and that not only his position, but his very life, was in danger.
He sent for Harry, two hours after the Peishwa's death.
"Answer me frankly," he said.

"Can I depend upon you, absolutely?
And have you had no communication of any kind from my enemies ?" "You can depend upon me, my lord.

Everyone knows that you have saved the state, a score of times; and will, I doubt not, do the same again." "I have the will," the minister said, gravely, "but whether I have the power is another thing.

I sent off a messenger to the general, Purseram Bhow, bidding him gather as many troops as possible and march hither; and I shall send letters to the Rajah of Nagpore, and Scindia.

Holkar, being in Poona, I have already seen and, as he has always supported me against Rugoba, he is as anxious as I am as to the succession.
"I shall now send you with a duplicate letter to Purseram Bhow for, since the terrible accident to Mahdoo Rao, whom I loved dearly for his amiable character, it is probable that the adherents of Bajee Rao have been active; and that my every movement is watched, and attempts may be made to stop any messengers that I may send out.
Take Sufder's troop with you.