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Hugh, red-faced and almost suffocated, reeled to the nearest chair, and commanded the servants to seize and bind the murderous stranger. They hesitated, and one of them said:
"He is armed, Sir Hugh, and we are weaponless."
"Armed? What of it, and ye so many? Upon him, I say!"
But Miles warned them to be careful what they did, and added:
"Ye know me of old-I have not changed; come oh, an it like you."
This reminder did not hearten the servants much; they still held back.
"Then go, ye paltry cowards, and arm yourselves and guard the doors, while I send one to fetch the watch," said Hugh. He turned, at the threshold, and said to Miles, "You'll find it to your advantage to offend not with useless endeavours at escape."
"Escape? Spare thyself discomfort, an that is all that troubles thee. For Miles Hendon is master of Hendon Hall and all its belongings. He will remain-doubt it not."
Thursday, May 22, 2008
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