They are my captives, and but for this cursed war I should not be leaving the charge of them thus to a stranger.

Hold no talk with them, and, if they be riotous, lock them fast in their chambers.

So soon as I have shown myself to the Deputy Lord I shall return; or I may send you word to bring the maids to me.
Remember, hands-off; and if you serve me well in this, I may, perchance--for they are both fair--" "Enough!" exclaimed I through my teeth, and digging my fingers into the palms of my hands till the blood came.
"I understand you, Captain.

Depend on me." "Thanks, good fellow," said he, not heeding my troubled voice.

"We shall meet again soon.