She will be overhauled and challenged by the first sentry near the guardhouse, below the wall.

She will be subjected to some delay and scrutiny, which she will, however, be able to pass better than you would.

This will create the momentary diversion that we require.

In the mean time, you will have left the house by the rear, and you will then keep in the shadow of the hedge until you can drop down along the Run, where it empties into the swamp.

That," he continued, fixing his keen eyes upon her, "is the one weak point in the position of this place that is neither overlooked nor defended.