Take away those things, Gaspar." The Spaniard whom he indicated took the irons, and Henry sat down again in his chair.

The threatened ignominy had stung him deeply and he said under his breath: "I thank you, Father Montigny." Then Alvarez ordered Henry to be taken away, also.
Henry arose without resistance, and walked from the hall with the soldiers.

As he passed, Father Montigny put his hand on his shoulder and said: "I am your friend, my son." Henry said nothing but gave him a look of deep gratitude as he walked proudly out..