Mohammed Ali and His House

with the victorious troops. War and turmoil prevaile

d once more in Cairo,

ssi's belo

nd these two found no pleasure in lying on soft cushions, and speaking of the deeds of the past. They longed for renewed activity, for new glory! And, even if this had not been the

ch out to a succession of conflicts, ever

ty. The whole city is aware of this, and those who have complaints to make, and seek redress, come not to Bardissi, but to Mohamm

ences are always private, and Bardissi learns of them only wh

that he does, and also

perfect accord

different opinion, and often warns

Mohammed Ali; he has evil

to rob me of my friend, my second self.

"Mohammed Ali is not the faithful friend you suppose him to be ! Unfor

y. He can confide in his friend, and in the wisdom of his counsel. And,