9/17 You must give us some answer before you are off. Let us know what we are to expect. Whether, if called upon by any authority, you would reveal what you know of this business ?" was the further inquiry of Munro. I should at once say that you were all criminal, and describe you as the chief actor and instigator in this unhappy affair." The response of Colleton had been unhesitating and immediate; and having given it, he passed through the throng and left the crowd, which, sullenly parting, made way for him in front. Guy Rivers, in an under tone, muttered in the ear of Munro as he left the circle:-- "That, by the eternal God, he shall never do. |