And the proof that I can be disinterested is the way in which I have acted towards you, a perfect stranger, and who have no other recommendation to my good offices than your gracious mien and gentle manners." "I cannot accept your proffered aid, Sir Francis," the young man replied, in an altered tone, and with great sternness.

"And you will understand why I cannot, when I announce myself to you as Jocelyn Mounchensey." It was now the knight's turn to start, change colour, and tremble..