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Rh grievance by a person fitting to carry such an errand betwixt him and me, I will either explain it or maintain it."

"Then, Master, you will at least cause to be returned to Hayston, by my hands, his property which is remaining in your possession."

"Whatever property Bucklaw may have left behind him, sir," replied the Master, "shall be returned to him by my servant, as you do not shew me any credentials from him which entitle you to receive it."

"Well, Master," said Captain Craigengelt, with malice which even his fear of the consequences could not suppress; "you have this morning done me an egregious wrong and dishonour, but far more to yourself. A castle indeed?" he continued, looking around him; "why this is worse than a coupe gorge house, where they receive travellers to plunder them of their property."

"You insolent rascal," said the Master,