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THE POST OFFICE
Amal
Where have you been this time, Fakir?
Fakir
To the Isle of Parrots. I am just back.
Madhav
The Parrots' Isle!
Fakir
Is it so very astonishing? Am I like you, man? A journey doesn't cost a thing. I tramp just where I like.
Amal [Clapping]
How jolly for you! Remember your promise to take me with you as your follower when I'm well.
Fakir
Of course, and I'll teach you such secrets too of travelling that nothing
