If he be indeed the rightful king, let them give us a sign, and let the people have a sign, that all may see.

So shall men cleave to us, knowing of a truth that the white man's magic is with them." "Ye have the sign of the snake," I answered.
"My lord, it is not enough.

The snake may have been placed there since the man's childhood.

Show us a sign, and it will suffice.

But we will not move without a sign." The others gave a decided assent, and I turned in perplexity to Sir Henry and Good, and explained the situation.
"I think that I have it," said Good exultingly; "ask them to give us a moment to think." I did so, and the chiefs withdrew.