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172 occasion—but at present we are in the midst of a pressing engagement. He will have to wait till this little function is over.

When he sends out his call he does not wait.

I shall obey his call; I am going at once.

Kanchi, I cannot agree with you in your proposal to wait till this function is over. I am going.

You are older than I am—I shall follow you.

Look behind you, Prince of Kanchi, your regal umbrella is lying in the