"And his loving-kindness shall ever remain deeply graven on our
memories," said Azariah.

"Perreeza hopes," said the sister, "that it may be her good providence to
be always near the good man, where she may often see his smiling face."

"Our excellent master, under the direction of the King of kings, will
order all things for the best," said Hananiah.

"Let us always remember the parting admonitions of our good Prophet,"
said Mishael, "and calmly submit our all to the wisdom of the Keeper of
Israel."

"Even so, amen!" replied the others.

Quick footsteps were heard without. The door opened, and Barzello entered
the apartment. The youths unitedly arose, and bowed low, in humble token
of respect to the noble officer.

"I trust my young friends from Judah find these apartments a comfortable
resting place."

"Thy servants," replied Daniel, "are overwhelmed with thy kindness, and
hope, in some sphere, by a true and honest deportment, to be able to show
their benefactor that his kindness is duly appreciated."

"And how does our young maid of Judah feel after her long journey?" asked
Barzello, as he smilingly approached Perreeza.

"Thy maid of Judah is in good health; and being so well provided for on