"They belong to the chateau stables." "Which direction did they take, Selim ?" "They rode off by the Carter's highway, Excellency, toward Aratat." "It may not appeal to your vanity, your Highness, but it is my duty to inform you that they have gone to report our clandestine meeting." "Clandestine! What do you mean, sir ?" "The islanders are watching me like hawks.

Every time I am seen with any one from the chateau, they add a fresh nail to the coffin they are preparing for me.

It's really more serious than you imagine.

I must, therefore, forbid you to ride outside of the park." They rode swiftly for another mile, silence being unbroken between them.
She was trying to reconcile her pride to the justice of his command.
"I daresay you are right, Mr.Chase," she said at last, quite frankly.
"I thank you." "I am glad that you understand," he said simply.

His gaze was set straight before him, keen, alert, anxious.