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Rh told him as I have told you my latest thoughts about the matter, and then we talked of our engagements for the coming day.

Wilbraham. There's a crisis near, Bob. It is as likely to come to-morrow as not.

Easterly. How do you think it will come?

Wilbraham. Well, this way. Davelli, I think, overrates the power that he has contrived to get over you. The disappointment you speak of, and your distrust of him and resolve against him have somehow checked the effect of his action on your will, and he does not know that. Not knowing it, he will reveal some villainy to you to-morrow. You will revolt and he will try to kill you. If you are on your guard you may escape yet. The minute you defy him shoot him through the body.

Easterly. What harm will that do him?

Wilbraham. Not much, but some. Did you notice what he said yesterday?

Easterly. Yes, and he was telling the truth. The shot would probably send him to his own place, but he will be back again presently.

Wilbraham. Yes, but meanwhile you will have got a start, and if you are in one of the cars and can manage it you may escape.