“It is a lie.”
“Then why did you visit him when he is under the ban?”
“I have already told you the object of my visit,” replied Zulima.
“Did he steal the gem, think you?”
“Yes.”
“Does he deserve death?”
“Yes.”
Ashah smiled grimly.
“Your heart is true to your people,” he said, “even if your fancies led you away from them. This man shall be tortured into giving up the sacred emblem.”