But there shall come a stronger than he, and make forcible entry, displaying on the battlements that sign of faith in which alone there is found salvation .-- Watch, hope, and pray, that the hour may come." There was a pause in the conversation, which was first broken by Peveril.

"You have spoken to me in riddles, Major Bridgenorth; and I have asked you for no explanation.

Listen to a caution on my part, given with the most sincere good-will.

Take a hint from me, and believe it, though it is darkly expressed.

You are here--at least are believed to be here--on an errand dangerous to the Lord of the island.