The Arab said something in Arabic.
"Is Baroudi Effendi in Cairo?" Mrs. Armine said in English.
"Yes, I think," replied the man, in careful English, speaking slowly.
"In the city?"
"I think."
She took her purse, opened it, and gave him some money.
"Where?"
"I dunno."
"When will he be back here?"
"I dunno."