And he could not bear to undo his kindness.

And he could not bear to tell Squire William the truth, for he knew well that he would undo it.

So one day he sent for Lawyer Moser; and the two of them together found out a plan that seemed fair, for both Sandal and Latrigg.
"You were to remain Stephen Latrigg, unless it was to ward off wrong or ruin in Sandal-Side.

But if ever the day came when Sandal needed Latrigg, you were to claim your right, and stand up for Sandal.

Such a state of things as Harry brought about, my father never dreamed of.