They had defended him with fierce indignation, against their more diffident companions.

It may be said of them, one day, that they were put to the proof by Providence, and then appointed to carry on the master's work, Di Leyni belonged to their ranks.

In Giovanni Selva they admired and respected the man admired and respected by their master, but they stood in awe of him.

They had now been waiting some time in the avenue of orange-trees, expecting him, for they were ready to go to the master's room, as soon as Signor Giovanni should arrive.

The eyes of many of them were full of tears.