TCM - The Khan and the townsfolk

The Khan and the townsfolk
'In the city, the Great Khan leads his people as if he were a prophet of old, but on the plains he lives amongst them...'

I was high in his favour that night; he allowed me to accompany him as he prowled the streets...

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Deference
'The people demonstrate affection and respect in equal measure...'

I learned quickly to tell that it was those who showed affection that the Khan should fear, for it was they that were easily persuaded to reveal their secrets. I learned a great deal about their food and weaponry stores on those nights.

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