Then he sniffed the new air appreciatively.

'A rich city,' he said.

'Richer than Lahore.

How good the bazars must be! Coachman, drive me a little through the bazars here.' 'My order is to take thee to the school.' The driver used the 'thou', which is rudeness when applied to a white man.

In the clearest and most fluent vernacular Kim pointed out his error, climbed on to the box-seat, and, perfect understanding established, drove for a couple of hours up and down, estimating, comparing, and enjoying.