Harry was already dressed in his uniform, and had removed the marks on his forehead; the dye, however, was as dark as ever.

He had, on leaving the Governor's room, sent a servant down to fetch his wallet, and to tell Abdool that he was to take the horses to the barracks.
The meal was an informal one.

The Governor asked many questions, and was pleased at the knowledge that Harry showed of all the principal persons in Poona, and their character and ability.
"At the present moment," he said, "the information that you have given me cannot be utilized; but it would be most valuable, were we to get mixed up in the confusion of parties at Poona.

I gather that you consider Nana Furnuwees to be a great man." "My opinion is not worth much, on that point, sir.

I think that he has, over and over again, shown great courage in extricating himself from difficulties which appeared to be overwhelming.