When Pierre left him in order to look after the horses, Philip continued his meal.

There could be no hurry, for Nevers was twelve miles away; and it would be four hours, at least, before a party could arrive.
The landlady herself brought in the next course.

After placing the dish upon the table, she stood looking earnestly at him for a minute, and then said: "You spoke of stopping here tonight, sir.

The accommodation is very poor and, if you will take my advice, you will ride farther.

There have been some men along here this afternoon, inquiring for a party like yours; and offering a reward to any who would carry the news to them, should you pass through.