human
That description of the Gulab as a _nautch_ girl tickles my fancy, Dewani, he said.
gpt
Between ourselves I think the Resident's jackal, the impressionable young Captain, was rather taken with her. I'm giving a _nautch_ this week, and the presence of Miss Gulab is desired--commanded.
human
But Ajeet--
gpt
You and Hunsa are planning to send her on a more difficult mission, so I have no doubt that this can be accomplished. The Ajeet should esteem it an honour.
human
I doubt if Ajeet would consent to the girl's going to the Pindari camp.
gpt
Sirdar, when you give an order to a soldier and he refuses to obey, what do you do?
human
Pouf, _mon_ Prince,
gpt
See, Dewani? Nana Sahib queried;
human
I like Hunsa's idea; and you've heard what the Commandant says.
gpt
Will Ajeet consent to the Gulab acting thus?
human
The Chief will agree to it if he can't help himself.
gpt
As to a decoity, Your Honour said that we being of that profession should undertake one.
human
Don't mind me, Dewani; fancy all the petty rajas and officials stand in with these decoits for a share of the loot--I don't blame you, old chap.