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At the Point of the Bayonet

CHAPTER 8: Nana's Release
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It consisted of one large and handsome tent, such as those used by high officials, and two smaller ones for the escort.

He had engaged at Calcutta a good cook, and this man at once began to light fires, and prepare a meal from the stores Harry had brought with him.
The tent was handsomely furnished.

A large carpet covered the ground.

There was a bed, four large chairs, and a table; while between the outer and inner walls of the tent was a bath.

As soon as they halted, one of the troopers rode into the village and purchased fowls, rice, ghee, and condiments for the use of the escort, who were all Mahommedans.
Harry found, to his satisfaction, that another set of waggons had started that morning for the next halting place; and that he would find everything ready for him there.


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