So he answered now: “It is the duty of the Egyptian Government to help him—of Prince Kaid, of Nahoum Pasha, who is acting for him in his absence, who governs finance, and therefore the army. Egypt does not belong to England.”
“Nahoum Pasha is his enemy. He will do nothing to help, unless you force him.”
“Why do you say that?”
“Because I know Nahoum Pasha.”
“When did you know Nahoum?”
“In Egypt, years ago.”
“Your acquaintance is more varied than I thought,” he said sarcastically.
“Oh, do not speak to me like that!” she returned, in a low, indignant voice.
“Do not patronise me; do not be sarcastic.”
“Do not be so sensitive,” he answered unemotionally.