I obeyed heartily, for I had not tasted food since the morning.

Then he took me by the hand, and led me in the darkness up the steps and into the open air.

Once clear of the house he broke silence.
"Farewell," said he, "I may stay here.

My guardian threatens to send me back to Oxford in charge of a troop, but I think I shall stay here a while." "But," said I, "will you not get yourself into trouble over this ?" "Over what?
your release ?" said he, laughing, "I think not.

The old gentleman will rave somewhat at first, but when it comes to hanging me or nobody, he will hold his peace.