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 tions will be wrecked. I am willing, however, having frankly told you my opinion, to do all in my power to bring about a reconciliation."

"It is all we can wish or expect," replied Morton; "the issue is in God's hands, who disposes the hearts of princes.—You accept then the safe conduct?"

Certainly," answered Lord Evandale; "and if I do not enlarge upon the obligation incurred by your having saved my life a second time, believe that I do not feel it the less."

"And the garrison at Tillietudlem?"

"Shall be withdrawn as you propose. I am sensible the Major will be unable to bring the mutineers to reason, and I tremble to think of the consequences should the ladies and the brave old man be delivered up to this blood-thirsty ruffian Burley."

"You are in that case free," said Morton. "Prepare to mount on horseback; a few men whom I can trust shall attend