I have seen and lived among such in the lands of the south.

But here they have been corrupted by the vices of those who should teach them better.

It is a disgrace to England and France alike that this should be so." At this moment the sound of shouting and yelling arose from the forest, and some shots were fired in close succession.

The girl started to her feet, looking white and scared; but Fritz and Stark stood close beside her, one on either hand, as if to assure her that no harm should befall her.
The next moment a fair-haired youth, with a strong likeness to the girl, came dashing blindly through the forest, calling her name in accents of frantic fear.
"Corinne, Corinne, Corinne! Where are you?
Hide yourself! Have a care! The Rangers are upon us!" "I am here, Colin.

I am safe!" she cried, in her flute-like accents--"I am here all safe.