Now, however, that he had done so, and the Squire had taken the matter in hand, and had laid down what was to be done, though he trembled at the prospect, he did not even think of opposing his plan, and indeed could think of no alternative for it.
"I have told John Knapp to be here," the Squire said, as they reached the house.

"It is just as well that he should be present if your son comes back again.

He is a quiet, trustworthy fellow, and will keep his mouth shut if I tell him." Mr.Bastow made no reply.

It was terrible to him that there should be another witness to his son's conduct, but he saw that the Squire was right.

An old woman opened the door.
"Are all the shutters closed and barred ?" John Thorndyke asked her.
"Yes, sir; I always sees to that as soon as it gets dark." "Very well; you can go to bed now, Elisa," her master said.