Then turning to the assembled daimios he bowed to them also saying:—

“I thank you for your attendance.”

Receiving their salutations in return, he once more made an obeisance

to Iyeyasu.

“Allow me to take my leave, Your Highness. Farewell, Your Highness and

your Excellencies.”

With graceful courtesy he bowed once more and with his subordinate left

the audience-chamber. All were constrained to admire his noble bearing

and courage.

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