James read the petition; he folded it up; and his countenance grew dark.

"This," he said, "is a great surprise to me.

I did not expect this from your Church, especially from some of you.

This is a standard of rebellion." The Bishops broke out into passionate professions of loyalty: but the King, as usual, repeated the same words over and over.

"I tell you, this is a standard of rebellion." "Rebellion!" cried Trelawney, falling on his knees.