"I never expected to see you alive again after we were separated by the flood," continued Valthor, "and when I recognized you in the lion pit I could not believe my own eyes. Four times at least have you saved my life, Tarzan; and you may be assured of a warm welcome in the house of my father at Athne whenever you come."
"The debt, if you feel that there was one, is wiped out," Tarzan assured him, "since you saved my life last night."
"I saved your life! What are you talking about?" demanded Valthor. "How did I save your life?"
"By sleeping in my bed," explained the lord of the jungle.
Valthor laughed. "A courageous, heroic act!" he mocked.
"But nevertheless it saved my life," insisted the ape-man.
"What saved whose life?" demanded a voice at the door.
"Good morning, Gemnon!" greeted Tarzan. "My compliments and congratulations!"
"Thanks! But what about?" demanded the Cathnean.
"Upon your notable ability as a sound sleeper," explained Tarzan, smiling.