I knew I was coming round—you'll be gone directly.

Fakrash.

Aye, for I must seek out Suleymán—[salaaming]—on whom be peace!—and obtain pardon from him.

[He waves his arm, and the door at back flies open.

Horace.

[Eagerly.] Yes—I would! You go and do that! Make haste! [The door closes, leaving Fakrash visible through it in an unearthly light.] Good-bye—and good luck!

Fakrash.

[Through door.] To thee also! And be assured that I will not be unmindful of thy welfare!

[The door becomes solid as Fakrash vanishes.