From the fact that the flesh of wild fowl formed one of the principal articles of food, the peasantry throughout the country were all accustomed to the use of the gun, and were fair marksmen.
"But you yourself are an officer," Stanley said.
"At present, yes; but tomorrow I may return to my land.

It is the same with the highest minister.

One day he may be a trader but, if recommended to the king as one possessing ability, straightway he is chosen to be a high official.

If he does not please the king, or fails in his duties, then the next day he may be selling cloth in the bazaar again.
"Everything is at the will of the king.

Nobody is born with fortune or rank, for everything belongs to the king and, at a man's death, all goes back to him.