But how is it to be proved, sir?
Everyone knows that Sir Marmaduke is a Jacobite, and is regarded as the head of the party in this part of the country.

He has enemies, and one of them, no doubt, has played this evil trick upon him, and the putting of your name in shows what the motive is." "But it is ridiculous, Banks.

Who could believe that such a matter as this would be confided to a lad of my age ?" "They might not believe it in their hearts, but people often believe what suits their interest.

This accusation touches Sir Marmaduke's life; and his estate, even if his life were spared, would be confiscated.

In such a case, it might be granted to anyone, and possibly even to the son of him they would call the traitor.