I thought proper to communicate this question by message, because he had not spoke one word to me during our retreat, notwithstanding the good office he had received at my hands; a reserve which I attributed to his pride, and resented accordingly.

He no sooner understood my intention, than he desired to see me in his apartment, and, as near as I can remember, spoke to this effect:-- "Were your father Don Alonzo alive, I should now, in consequence of your behaviour, banish every suggestion of resentment, and solicit his friendship with great sincerity.

Yes, Don Diego, your virtue hath triumphed over that enmity I bore your house, and I upbraid myself with the ungenerous treatment you have suffered under my command.

But it is not enough for me to withdraw that rigour which it was unjust to exercise, and would be wicked to maintain.

I must likewise atone for the injuries you have sustained, and make some suitable acknowledgment for that life which I have twice to-day owed to your valour and generosity.
Whatever interest I have at court shall be employed in your behalf; and I have other designs in your favour, which shall be disclosed in due season.