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 the Intendant, thanking him for his kind feelings and intentions towards him, and he trusted that he might one day have the pleasure of seeing him. He did not however think it advisable to mention the name of his daughter, except in inquiring after her health, and sending his respects. "It may be years before I see her again," thought Edward, "and who knows what may happen?"

The Prince of Condé now had the command of the Spanish forces in the Netherlands; and Edward, with his friends, followed his fortunes, and gained his good will: they were rapidly promoted.

Time flew on, and in the year 1654 the Court of France concluded an alliance with Cromwell, and expelled King Charles from the French frontiers. The war was still carried on in the Netherlands. Turenne bore down Condé, who had gained every campaign; and the Court of Spain, wearied with reverses, made overtures of peace, which was gladly accepted by the French.

During these wars, Cromwell had been named Protector, and had shortly afterwards died.

Edward, who but rarely heard from Humphrey, was now anxious to quit the army and go to the King, who was in Spain; but to leave his colours while things were adverse, was impossible.

After the peace and the pardon of Condé by the French king, the armies were disbanded, and the three adventurers were free. They took their leave of the Prince, who thanked them for their long and meritorious services; and they then hastened to King Charles, who had left Spain and come to the Low Countries. At the time of their joining the King, Richard, the son of Cromwell, who had been nominated Protector, had resigned, and every thing was ready for the Restoration.al ringe eid

On the 15th of May, 1660, the news arrived that Charles had been proclaimed King on the 8th, and a large body of gentlemen went to invite him over. The King sailed from Scheveling, was met at Dover by General Monk, and conducted to London, which