Scindia thought for a moment and then, tearing up the piece of paper, went out and, as he passed Abdool, who was waiting at the entrance, said: "Tell your master to be here at half-past ten, tonight.

The sentry will have orders to admit him." Abdool returned at once to Harry, and delivered his message.
"That is good," the latter said.
"You will take me with you, sahib ?" "Certainly, Abdool, if you are willing to go.

There is some danger in it and, should Scindia give the alarm, you may be of great assistance, by cutting down the sentry before he can run in.

Take your pistols and tulwar, and bring another sword for me.

If I can once get out of the tent we shall be fairly safe for, in the darkness and confusion which will arise, we shall be able to make off quietly.