Should there be any sign of trouble, call me instantly." Two sentries had been placed at the door of the outhouse, and as he entered Hector said, "Keep good watch, men, and if you hear any noise that might betoken the approach of a body of men, warn me at once." "I heard what you said to the sentries, Colonel Campbell; do you think that there is any danger ?" "No danger, I trust, madam, for I am convinced that we could beat off any number.

Still, I do think that there is a possibility of our being attacked.

The peasants know that we are but a company.

They may send to all the villages round and call on them to come and revenge those who have been slain.

The people of the hills are strong fellows--wood cutters, charcoal burners, and shepherds--and there can be no doubt that they suffer terribly from the enormous taxation.