If this Emperor he was looking at had been some sort of demon or monster, Trinket might have been able to control himself; but the shock of finding that it was none other than his friend Misty was so great that he could not help letting out a loud cry. He knew that no good would come of this discovery and turned to run; but even as he did so, the thought flashed through his mind that if he was no match for Misty, he was certainly no match for the mighty Manchu Champion. He stood no earthly chance of making a getaway. His gambler's instinct prompted a rapid change of plan: he would stay and brazen it out. 'Might as well go for bust,' he thought. 'It's worth a try.' He darted out and planted himself right in front of the young Emperor. 'You!' he shouted at the giant. 'Oboi! What do you think you are playing at? How dare you be so rude to His Majesty? If you're thinking of doing him the least bit of harm, you'll have me to deal with first!'

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