22/29 For the safety of both of us I ought to leave immediately for the city, in order to prevent suspicion. Geronimo is not heavy; you can, without difficulty, drag him down stairs." The servant shook his head, but was evidently hesitating. You still hesitate, Julio? This very evening I will give you two crowns if you tell me you have done faithfully and carefully what I have requested." "Will you be here, signor, when I return from the cellar ?" "I don't know, Julio; as soon as I have washed off the blood, I shall leave. Make haste, and possibly you may find me here. |