In the first place, let him know that the other English officer, who was at the village with the one they captured, had said that he would be ready to pay well anyone who would aid in his escape.

If he says that he would willingly do so, if he also could get away, tell him that one man would be of no use but that, if he could get another to join him, so that they could both go on guard together behind the house, it could be managed.
"But say that, in the first place, I must myself speak to the white officer, and learn exactly how he is, and whether he can endure a journey as far as this tree, or the temple--whichever we may decide upon as best.

When I have seen him, I will send for the other men from the village.

I am in no hurry to get him away, for the longer he stays quiet, the better.

But at any moment the governor may decide that he is sufficiently recovered to be carried, and may send him off to Ava, under a strong escort.