She waits for him to address her, upon which she may speak to him. Poor men bestow a few pence, but the rich hand over large sums. On this night the master of the establishment opens it up for universal hospitality, lasting as long as two weeks. Friends, acquaintances, even strangers are welcome, and can eat and drink to their hearts' content. They eat what they please, drink milk of almonds and lemonade, sing, execute war dances, and listen to recitations.
Eunuchs burn incense the while, and sprinkle rose-water on the guests.
Honeymoon journeys are unknown in the East. The young couple keep strictly at home the first week or two, and see nobody, after the lapse of which term the wife receives her female friends, who come in throngs every evening to offer their congratulations.