14/21 And now, Sir, have I kept faith with you ?" "You have," replied Darrell. "Here is my purse; and I trust you will let me know to whom I am indebted for this important service." "It matters not who I am," replied Jonathan, taking the money. "As I said before, I have little reliance upon _professions_ of gratitude." "I know not how it is," sighed Darrell, "but I feel an unaccountable misgiving at quitting this place. Something tells me I am rushing on greater danger." "You know best," replied Jonathan, sneeringly; "but if I were in your place I would take the chance of a future and uncertain risk to avoid a present and certain peril." "You are right," replied Darrell; "the weakness is past. Which is the nearest way to the river ?" "Why, it's an awkward road to direct you," returned Jonathan. |