human
We hear strange things of the Ranjitgarh Durbar, he remarked sarcastically,
gpt
It is true, said Gerrard.
human
Our religion bids us be courteous to all men, and the Resident follows its precepts.
gpt
This Antni Sahib--he is one to be wondered at, is he not? Men say that when certain would have had the English take possession of Granthistan for themselves, he withstood them. A meaning pause.
human
And they say also that when any Englishman would override the rights of a Granthi, be he Sirdar or peasant, Antni Sahib is on the side of the Granthi.
gpt
Quite true,
human
Then, since he betrays his own masters thus, from whom does he look for reward?
gpt
The Resident desires no reward but the gratitude of the Granthis, if that may be had, Sirdar Sahib.
human
And the gratitude of the Granthis is to place him on the _gaddi_ as King of Granthistan?
gpt
Nay, Sirdar Sahib, he trusts to see young Lena Singh on his father's throne, ruling as an upright king, when he himself has returned an old man to England. But excuse me a moment.
human
Don't look so frightened, Mr Moraes. What is it?
gpt
Zere are soldiers approaching, sar--a whole armee. What is to be done?
human
Bid Sirdar Badan Hazari send the men to their posts, and challenge the strangers before they get within musket-shot. He turned again to the old man.
gpt
You think that Colonel Antony might wish to make himself King of Granthistan, but which of all the English has ever done such a thing?
human
Nay, but they conquered for their masters. This man who resists his masters must surely have some advantage for himself in view?
gpt
Sahib! It was the little boy who spoke eagerly before Gerrard could answer;
human
They are to protect my guests, little prince,
gpt
But why are their guns pointed this way?
human
That my guests may see them, and know themselves safe.
gpt
Your guests are much indebted to your thoughtfulness, sahib,