Robespierre and his gang would see to it that the interference came too late.

But not only that, the much-trusted leader will also have been unconsciously the means of revealing the hiding-place of the Comte de Tournay and of all those who, even now, are placing their hopes in him." She had spoken quietly, dispassionately, and with firm, unbending resolution.

Her purpose was to make that young man trust and help her, for she could do nothing without him.
"I do not understand," he repeated, trying to gain time, to think what was best to be done.
"Aye! but I think you do, Sir Andrew.

You must know that I am speaking the truth.

Look these facts straight in the face.