We will ride there, and fasten our horses in that grove that lies about a quarter of a mile from the camp." At half-past nine they started, and reached Scindia's tent at the time appointed.

Harry's belief that he would succeed was largely founded on the knowledge that Scindia was a weak young man, who had never been engaged in warfare, and was wanting in physical courage.
An attendant was at the door, and led him to the prince's private tent, which stood in the middle of an encampment composed of large tents; for the purpose of receptions and entertainments, for the abodes of the ladies of the zenana, and for the officers in whom Scindia reposed most confidence.

The retinue of servants, attendants, and minor officials were lodged in tents fifty yards behind the royal encampment.
Scindia was sitting on a divan.

Two lamps hung from the ceiling.

He himself was smoking.
"You have something of importance to say to me ?" he said, as Harry entered, and bowed deeply.
"I have, Your Highness.