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The Path of the King

CHAPTER 5
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In a little while we shall drive the English from Paris, and presently into the sea.

There is hope now and a clear road for us Frenchmen.

We have heard the terrible English 'Hurra' grow feeble, and 'St.Denis' swell like a wind in heaven.

For God has sent us the Maid...." The girl had risen and was walking with quick, short steps from hearth to open window.
"Tell me of this maid," she commanded.
"Beyond doubt she is a daughter of God," said de Laval.
"Beyond doubt.

But I would hear more of her." Her tone was ominously soft, and the young man was deceived by it.


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