And be thou there to see that the closest watch is kept.

We go in person to search the house, and if any living thing seeks to make escape by door or window, it will be thine office and that of thy men to seize and hold him." "We will not fail, my lord," said the man, who again saluted and withdrew.
Then the prior rose and called his monks about him, whilst the Lord of Mortimer did the like with his followers.
"Sir Oliver," said the prior, "I would have spared you this unwelcome formality had it been possible, but my duty must be done.
I will ask you to be our conductor throughout the house, and will crave permission to post my servants hither and thither about the passages as seems to me best, and to take such steps as shall appear needful for proving to the satisfaction of all that this traitor monk is not hidden within your walls." Sir Oliver bent his head.
"Take what steps you will, reverend father; I and mine are at your disposal.

Whatever means you desire to use, do so without hesitation.

Shall my people arm themselves with tools to remove panelling or flooring?
You have but to command them; they shall instantly obey." The Lord of Mortimer again looked taken aback for a moment.

There was a confidence in Sir Oliver's manner that did not appear to be assumed.