"No; but it will be such a change, my dear sir, and I am so thankful to you for taking me. I will be a true and faithful servant to you."
"Did I not think so I certainly should not take you, and any attempt on your part to escape would not only consign you to the mines for life, but very likely get me into serious trouble also."
"I shall not forget it, sir."
"Very well. Now, set at work without delay and get my effects boxed up," said Kanoffskie, going from the room.
Collecting Kanoffskie's effects took Barnwell to various places, and among others to the governor's palace.
Here he encountered Zora Vola, the girl whose knouting he had witnessed and resented.
It appeared that the governor had inquired into her case after the occurrence, and had taken her to the palace laundry.
The recognition was mutual and instant.
Just then she chanced to be alone, and she sprang joyfully towards him.
"Oh, sir, I am so glad of an opportunity to speak with you, and to thank you, as I have so often done in my prayers, for shielding me from those cruel thongs," said she earnestly.