13/15 He could think only of Sandgoist, and if the man continued to talk in this way the impetuous youth felt that he should not be able to control himself much longer. "In exchange for it I offer no fixed price, but I promise to extend the mortgage for one--two, or three years--Fix the date yourself, Hulda." Hulda's heart was so deeply oppressed with anguish that she was unable to reply, but her brother answered for her. My sister refuses your offer, in spite of your threats. Now leave the house!" "Leave the house," repeated Sandgoist. "I shall do nothing of the kind. |