human
But, he added, in conclusion,
gpt
Indeed, no, said Sivaji, smiling.
human
An army of elephants has been sent to crush ants' nests, as the proverb hath it; and if the noble Khan will remain, and take charge of the country now under me, I will resign it to him cheerfully, and become his servant. Wilt thou say this to him?
gpt
Indeed, my prince, returned the Brahmun, putting up his joined hands,
human
We will at least put it to the proof, returned the Rajah good-humouredly.
gpt
You are witness that you have seen no preparations for defence or resistance, and the sooner he comes the better. We cannot hurry him and the force, but we will at least make preparations for a peaceful entertainment; and if the Khan will accept of our rude mountain hospitality instead of the Jehâd we hear he has been preaching against us, it will be a happy thing for all.
human
A happy thing indeed! said Bulwunt Rao, who, in the suite of the Envoy, had as yet sat silently, and had not been recognized;
gpt
Who art thou, friend? asked Sivaji;
human
I may not mention my name here, my lord, said Bulwunt Rao, rising, and again saluting the Rajah reverently;
gpt
How can I serve thee? asked the Rajah sharply;
human
I am not usually hard of access; therefore come to me when thou wilt, and I will hear thee.
gpt
I will come, returned Bulwunt Rao, looking round to all,
human
he continued--