I've already turned the horse loose in the forest.

First I'll move this from the path lest someone see it and give the alarm too soon." He lifted the body of Weber and hid it among the bushes.

Then they separated, John returning quickly to the inn.

He saw a light in Julie's window and inferring that she had not yet retired he went hastily to her room and knocked on the door.
"Who's there ?" came the brave voice of his beloved.
"It's John!" he replied, guardedly.

"Open at once, Julie! We're in great danger and must act quickly!" He heard the bolt shoot back, the door was opened, and Julie stood before him, pale but erect and courageous.