Chapter 38

The King walked up and down the length of his hut. He was a tall man, splendidly built, and he carried his head high. “All men are with me,” he said. “Isisi, N’Gombi, Bomongo——” He paused. “And the Ochori, lord king,” said the witch-doctor. “Yes, they are with you, though the foreigner who rules them is one with Sandi.” “That is a matter which needs settlement,” said the King; “yet we must move quickly, for Sandi will soon be back. It is now three days since he left, and the boat-with-the-wheel travels swiftly.” Me…