Out by this hall door-through the grounds--to the beach--the boat in waiting--and so, up anchor and away! Both risky, as you see, but the bolder the game the sweeter the spoil.

You're sure her chamber is above the hallway, and that there's a staircase to it from the main hall ?" "I am very well sure.

I know the house up-stairs and down." Bucklaw looked to his arms.

He was about starting on his quest when they heard footsteps, and two figures appeared.

It was Iberville and Gering.
They paused a moment not far from where the rogues were hid.
"I think you will agree," said Iberville, "that we must fight." "I have no other mind." "You will also be glad if we are not come upon, as last night; though, confess, the lady gave you a lease of life ?" "If she comes to-night, I hope it will be when I have done with you," answered Gering.
Iberville laughed a little, and the laugh had fire in it--hatred, and the joy of battle.