The lion managed to
get its head in below the canvas, seized him by the
foot and pulled him out. In desperation the un-
fortunate water-carrier clutched hold of a heavy box
in a vain attempt to prevent himself being carried
off, and dragged it with him until he was forced to
let go by its being stopped by the side of the tent.
He then caught hold of a tent rope, and clung
tightly to it until it broke. As soon as the lion
managed to get him clear of the tent, he sprang at
his throat and after a few vicious shakes the poor
bhistis agonising cries were silenced for ever.

Chapter 3