Father Clement will remain safely concealed at my sister's, and you will accompany me in priestly costume.

May we rely upon your consent ?" "With all the gratitude of a thankful heart, but..." "But ?" "There is my old servant--and my pupil Ulrich Navarrete." "The old man is taciturn, Don Fabrizio!" said Sophonisba.

"If he is forbidden to speak at all....

He is necessary to the Master." "Then he can accompany you," said the baron.

"As for your pupil, he must help us secure your flight, and lead the pursuers on a false trail.