"I was just answering that question when you came.

But sure, father, something might be done for him.

It is a cruel thing for a boy to be treated as he is treated, and all for striving to obey the law of the land." Sir Richard Trevlyn stood in silent thought awhile.

He was a fine-looking man, with a thoughtful, benevolent countenance, and eyes that Kate had inherited.

He had known something of peril and trouble himself in his day, and could feel for the troubles of others.