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Looking up, I see that the Sultan is a very handsome man, dark-
complexioned as all the locals seem to be. "You may both rise," he
says. "This is the new girl, I take it?"
"Yes, Your Majesty." "She is very pretty, and her pale skin is very striking. You have done well, Arif." "Thank you, Your Majesty." "I hope that you will be happy here, girl. What is your name?" "Harriet, Your Majesty, though I'm usually known as Harry." "That won't do at all. Far too uncouth. What shall I call you? I know. From now on you shall be Haria. I will have you brought to me this evening, when we will get to know each other better. In the meantime, Arif will take you to the harem quarters, and then will entrust you to the charge of Munaf. He is the eunuch who administers the harem. No entire man, other than myself, may enter their quarters. Munaf will see that you bathe and don more appropriate attire. He will show you where you will sleep, and will introduce you to the other girls, and do whatever else is necessary to help you settle in. If you have any problems, you should bring them to him. Do you understand, Haria?" "Yes, Your Majesty." "Good. I will see you later." With that he continues on his way.
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