“I have been disappointed about obtaining my freedom so many times,” muttered Jim, “that I can scarce believe I shall ever succeed. Those fellows are talking about Mogador; and I don’t like their looks. Hark! what is that about ‘more than you can get in Swearah!’ I believe these new Arabs are making an offer to buy us. If so, may their Prophet curse them!”
Chapter Seventy Two.
Another Bargain.
The conversation amongst the Arabs was kept up until a late hour; and, during the time it continued our adventurers were impatiently awaiting the return of the Krooman.
He came at length, after the Arabs had retired to their tents; and all gathered round him, eager to learn what he had heard.
“I find out too much,” said he, in answer to their inquiries; “too much, and no much good.”
“What was it?”
“Two of you to be sold to-morrow.”