'I had forgotten the exact run of what happened.

Thou didst find it knowingly.' 'And to say that I would take life is--not a sin, but a madness simple.
My chela aided me to the River.

It is his right to be cleansed from sin--with me.' 'Ay, he needs cleansing.

But afterwards, old man--afterwards ?' 'What matter under all the Heavens?
He is sure of Nibban--enlightened--as I am.' 'Well said.

I had a fear he might mount Mohammed's Horse and fly away.' 'Nay--he must go forth as a teacher.' 'Aha! Now I see! That is the right gait for the colt.