"Keep cool, Nat! Don't show any excitement or fear.

Here comes the man who is to kill you!" He made no move save with his eyes.
"He is coming to speak with me and to get a good look at you," he added in excited haste.

"Appear friendly.

Agree with what I say.

He is the chief of sheriffs, the king's murderer--Arbor Croche!" He turned as if he had just seen the approaching figure.