[Simon Dale by Anthony Hope]@TWC D-Link bookSimon Dale CHAPTER III 15/20
Kings do not love their creditors, no, nor pay them." "But, my lord, I can think of no other friend who would have such power." "Can't you ?" he asked, stopping and laying his hand on my shoulder.
"May be, Simon, you don't understand how power is come by in these days, nor what are the titles to the King's confidence." His words and manner dashed my new pride, and I suppose my face grew glum, for he went on more gently, "Nay, lad, since it comes, take it without question.
Whatever the source of it, your own conduct may make it an honour." But I could not be content with that. "The letter says," I remarked, "that the King is mindful of my father's services." "I had thought that the age of miracles was past," smiled my lord. "Perhaps it is not, Simon." "Then if it be not for my father's sake nor for yours, my lord, I am at a loss," and I stuffed the letter into my pocket very peevishly. "I must be on my way," said my lord, turning towards the coach.
"Let me hear from you when you come, Simon; and I suppose you will come soon now.
You will find me at my house in Southampton Square, and my lady will be glad of your company." I thanked him for his civility, but my face was still clouded.
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