Courage! you said; and I determined I would show it, and be worthy of you.

But I am pursued, I am sure.

My father is powerful in this place; we shall barely have time to escape.' Alvan's resolution was taken.
'Some friend--a lady living in the city here--name her, quick!--one you can trust,' he said, and fondled her hastily, much as a gentle kind of drillmaster straightens a fair pupil's shoulders.

'Yes, you have shown courage.

Now it must be submission to me.