The Fair God; or, The Last of the 'Tzins: A Tale of the Conquest of Mexico. Lew Wallace

the valley is called to witness her betrothal to the Tezcucan. Certainly, it would ill become the ’tzin to be a guest at such a banquet.”

      “I understand,” said Xoli, with a cunning smile. “It was to save his pride that he was banished.”

      “If to be a Chalcan is to be so stupid, I thank the gods for making me what I am!” cried Maxtla, impatiently. “What cares the great king for the pride of the enemy he would humble! The banishment is a penalty—it is ruin.”