6/17 There are heads to lose in this, yours and mine, if there be mistake." Lady Catharine raised her head proudly. "It was for Faith," said she, "for Love, and for Hope! These were the words." Saying which, as though she had called to her aid the last atom of her strength, she staggered back and half fell against the wall near the inner gate. The rude jailer sprang forward to steady her. |