CHAPTER VIII.
When Rupo had gone away, Nishâkar, calling Sonâ to him, said, "How long have you been in your master's service?"
"Since he first came here I have been with him."
"Oh, not very long, then. What is your pay?"
"Three rupees a month, with board and clothing."
"How can a Khânsâmâ of your ability keep himself on so small a wage?"
Sona Khânsâmâ was quite melted by this speech. He said, "What can I do? There is no other service to be had in this place."
"You need not be anxious about getting service. In my part of the country you would be snapped up. You would easily get five, seven, or even ten rupees a month."
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