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along with me that I may present you to the sunlike presence of the Emperor Having caused Diu Faz to mount his own horse he conducted him to the Emperors Court Diu Faz saluted him with due reverence. Who is young man? said the Emperor, and Vizier related the circumstance of his story The Emperor praised him highly and present[ed] him the jewels he had brought But who said he Was your companion on this journey The emperors daughter of India said he What connection has she with you asked the Prince then. Diu Faz related to him the whole story. The Emperor greatly blamed the father of the princess and invited Diu Faz to enter into his service “That is the very thing which your servant desires” answered he “But what pay do you demand” said the Emperor. “A thousand pieces of silver per day” answered the warrior. The emperor agreed to the condition But said Diu Faz this lady is still an unblemished virgin I have rigorously refrained from all connection with her until I should have an opportunity of celebrating our Marriage The Shah instantly [ordered]