O Aman, who had been hiding in the curtains of the bed, was standing there.
O "Swam," said Rainsford. "I found it quicker than
walking through the
jungle."
O Rainsford did not smile. "I am still a beast at bay," he
said, in a low, hoarse voice. "Get ready, General
Zaroff."
O He had never slept in a better bed, Rainsford decided.