But the chiefs were noble in their ire; they punished with the sharp blade, and not with the baton.

Their punishments drew blood, but they did not infer dishonour.

Canst thou say, the same for the laws under whose yoke thou hast placed thy freeborn neck ?" "I cannot, mother--I cannot," said Hamish mournfully.

"I saw them punish a Sassenach for deserting as they called it, his banner.

He was scourged--I own it--scourged like a hound who has offended an imperious master.