The source of his strength had failed within him.

He looked forward to defeat.
As it happened Toyner's official responsibility for Markham's arrest was to be lightened.

The Crown Attorney for the county had already communicated with the local government, and a detective had been sent, who arrived that morning by the little steamboat.

Before Toyner realised the situation he found himself in consultation with the new-comer as to the best means of seeking Markham.

Did the perfect righteousness require that he should betray Ann's confidence and state that Markham was in hiding somewhere within reach?
Bart looked the question for a moment in the face, and trembled before it.