It was as if he had heard somewhat of thee and of thine errand to the Gipsy Queen--something he must surely have heard, else could he not have spoken of the 'Trevlyn spawn,' and what he would do if one of that 'brood' dared to come betwixt him and his design.

And then he leaned against a tree and waited, listening with an intentness that showed a deep suspicion; and he must have heard sounds that I could not--for my heart beat so wildly I feared he would hear it where he stood--and he smote his hands softly together and laughed a low laugh like that of a demon." "I have heard that laugh; I know it well," whispered Cuthbert.

"It is indeed what thou callest it.

Doubtless he heard my cautious descent from the tree.

What did he then ?" "I heard his next words plainly, and they sent a thrill of cold horror through me, for too well I divined their import.
"'He is there!' he hissed between his teeth--'he is there! I shall catch him red handed in the act.