He fears no retribution now, no punishment for his crimes, no hand stronger than his own.

He will not even give us the pretense of a hearing.

I am a traitor, a revolutionist--you have attempted the life of the king.

We are both condemned--both doomed." Neil spoke calmly and his companion strove to master the terrible pain at his heart as he thought of Marion.

If Neil could go to the end like a martyr he would at least make an attempt to do as much.