8/13 You are the murderer of Lord Ashley, let that suffice. Probably you were on your way hither when you did the deed ?" "He was," said the dwarf, vindictively. "I met him at the Golden Crown but a short time after." "Very well, that is another point settled, and either of them is strong enough to seal his death warrant. You came here as a spy, to see and hear and report--probably you were sent by King Charles ?" "Probably--just think as you please about it!" said Sir Norman, who knew his case was as desperate as it could be, and was quite reckless what he answered. |