"
The amazement of the elders at the manner in which those young people
addressed each other was slight in comparison with the thrill Royson
caused when he had taken some soup, and was prepared to do justice to
more solid food.
"I had a rather lively set-to with a number of Hadendowas," he
explained in response to a question from Mr. Fenshawe. "It was brief
but strenuous, and I assure you it is a marvel that I came out of it
practically without a scratch. At any rate, it does not call for a
detailed description now, seeing that I have something of vastly
greater importance to tell you. May I ask, sir, if you have photographs
of the papyrus in your possession?"
"Yes. They are in my tent. Shall I bring them?" "If you please. I think
I have news that will interest you."
"One word before I go. Abdur Kad'r said that the Italians had abandoned
Suleiman's Well. Have they found the treasure, do you think?"
"No, sir. Just the reverse. I believe that I have found it myself, and,
if I am not mistaken, Mrs.
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