I shall carry out the _coup_ if I lose my life in the attempt.

Now, Sir Edward, you know what I am about to undertake, and the risks those who back me up must run.

Are you willing to back me to the finish in this undertaking?
If you are not, I don't go.

But, if you are, I would go even if I knew I should not return; it is for Ulster and her freedom I am working, and this alone.' I so well remember that scene.

We were alone; Sir Edward was sitting opposite to me.