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The African author does not inform us what became of Mangogul, while he waited for Bloculocus. 'Tis very probable that he went out, catechized some Toys; and that satisfied with the intelligence he received from them, he returned to the favorite, sending forth shouts of joy, which begin this chapter. "Victory, victory! " cried he. "You triumph, madam; the castle, the porcelains, and the little Sapajou are yours."
" 'Tis Egle, without doubt? " replied the favorite. "No, madam, no, 'tis not Egle," interrupted the Sultan, "but another female."