I desired to give you another chance.

If you consent to leave me unmolested to ferret out those conspirators I will take your word as your bond and spare your life.

Will you accept your life at such a low price ?" "Come here and let me give you my answer," said Bernard.

"Let me whisper something in your ear." Belton drew near and Bernard spat in his face and said, "Take that, you knave." Belton ordered Bernard seized and carried to the center of the room where stood what appeared to be an acting pole, but what was in reality a complete gallows.

A black cap was adjusted over Bernard's head and a rope tied to his hands.