35/36 Francois is waiting outside, and will take care of you, as we have agreed. The best possible plan will be to separate yourselves from the others as soon as possible. Ride straight for the river by by-lanes and, if you cannot obtain a boat, swim your horse across, and then make for home. If we get safely to England, we will write to you, as soon as these troubles are over, and you can join us there." "God bless you, madame. It breaks my heart to part with you and the child, but I see that it is for the best." Leigh fetched the horse round, and assisted her to mount behind Francois. |