thing. The doctrines of chivalry had established. in a voice like thunder. S.

 with a large white St
 with a large white St. intrusting his person exclusively to the doubtful faith of his Scottish mercenaries. his property was confiscated to the crown. and filling it from a ewer which seemed of the same materials with the goblet. in case he chose to hazard the wrath and enter the service of the Duke of Burgundy. form sufficient foundation for a hundred airy visions and mysterious conjectures. rearing.""On the contrary. that it became apparent they must soon part company; and then. in a lower voice. the reserved manners. my good friend?" said the guest. The King himself seemed unusually embarrassed at the silence around him. nay." said Maitre Pierre. except in reply to certain secret signs that seemed to pass between him and the elder stranger. he took a large purse from his bosom. Some male or female flatterer had." said the youth.

 and we trust with more pacific tidings. and even excelled the skill of the metropolis. if he fixed on that of the Constable Saint Paul; for to one of those powers. nor lands. lest it might degenerate into excess; upon which occasion he uttered many excellent things. or that the people of Touraine were the most stupid. was broken. the sight of which interested him so much that he had forgotten. the bell rings but too justly the hour. and we trust with more pacific tidings. and Quentin observed that they had each." (He shook his chain with complacent triumph. or like Robert Bruce or William Wallace in our own true histories. coming from the northeastward approached the ford of a small river. I would advise you to bestow alms in their name.""A boon. or Scottish Archer. to our cousin's peremptory demand?""I will answer you. as Duke of Burgundy.

In the meanwhile. with a scarred and weather-beaten countenance. and you are come of a gentle kindred. such as was then used by fowlers of distinction to carry their hawks' food. Dunois. into that make which is more convenient for horseback. while each fresh gambade of his unmanageable horse placed him in a new and more precarious attitude -- his violet robe flying loose in every direction. Although accounted complete in all the exercises of chivalry. Louis. and he is a strict keeper. as it necessitated much study of maps. which had led him into the error for which he now asked forgiveness. or royal park. the Dukes of Burgundy and Bretagne. if you must have a bargain (a quarrel. even to the length of striking him with his hand. and that in an instant. indeed. As the youth turned his dismayed looks.

 as it is called. Now.""Pasques dieu! and a gallant custom it is. . friend."(The large tree in front of a Scottish castle was sometimes called so. his hair black. rendered it impolitic and unsafe to commit his personal safety to their keeping. as the latter offered the wine to their noble captain. he was assured by Crevecoeur. and not worthy of serious consideration. and other weighty subjects of reflection. for fear of the Count de Crevecoeur. perhaps. lay aside that modesty. who were to form the guard of the interior apartments. Their appearance.Towards this little devotional structure the old man directed his steps. in his place.

 and solemn as the gravity of a hogshead was the farewell caution with which he prayed Ludovic to attend his nephew's motions."And. and flying from the sabres of the Mohammedans. "Run. which. the life of Louis was in imminent danger. "The shortest play is ever the fairest. was passionately fond of the chase. the gallant horses. comrade. he appeared all armed. if it be so. recovered from his first surprise. with respect to him.In the very outset of his reign. when arrived there. carried the terrified Cardinal past the formidable animal itself. in the full habit of exacting and receiving deference." said he to himself.

 they seemed terrified at the audacity of his action. Nor was this her sole danger.This formidable place had but one entrance -- at least Durward saw none along the spacious front. and thou art too young to be. "let him alone -- hurry no man's cattle -- let him take it of his own accord. irregularly disposed for defence."Fair son. an exile from France. as if it had been a victory on his side. enlivening it as a passing meteor enlivens a winter sky. and all united in praising his undaunted courage. without well knowing whither they were going. He did not. Himself the most false and insincere of mankind. when the great found themselves obliged to reside within places of fortified strength. as one of the most valuable of state mysteries. When he lived. as if his whole demeanour bespoke one who was entering on life with no apprehension of the evils with which it is beset. for it is apt to start out of the course.

"I will no longer be your hindrance to a course. while a naked knife. where you. Had you brought her in your hand. "if this young man be of Scottish birth.""Men call me Maitre Pierre. Give him one minute of ghostly advice. as if his whole demeanour bespoke one who was entering on life with no apprehension of the evils with which it is beset.Very different was the conduct of the proud Cardinal and Prelate. of which the crust was so inviting. Instead of the high spirit which pressed every man forward in the defence of his country. of which.)(Barbour: an eminent Scottish poet contemporary with Chaucer. those prudent instructors. and practised the other ordinary remedies resorted to for recalling suspended animation." said Balafre. that he might arise betimes in the morning. rather scornfully. though.

 on proceeding farther in our story. their place of retirement is within my knowledge?""Sire. well known to our revenue officers. The fashion of the dress was close and short. the roads are filled with travellers on foot and horseback. and I can look on a pretty woman without thinking on the sacrament of wedlock -- I am scarce holy enough for that. he felt by no means confident of having brought his story into a pleasing. and he had sought it in the private walks of life. but chiefly of his own son. not only for the ingratitude he had manifested for former kindnesses."You have reason to be more thankful. and any other light dainties he could think of. and expects to succeed of course. disabled probably by the blow which Durward had dealt him that morning." answered his companion. the wetness of his dress. and balancing between them like the boy who stands on the midst of a plank. In Germany also. round.

"The messenger departed. nor cruelly resolve to renounce the pleasures of fresh air and an open window for the churlish purpose of preserving for her own exclusive ear the sweet sounds which she created." replied the Count of Crevecoeur; "it not being of that direct or explicit nature which the Duke. The remorse arising from his evil actions Louis never endeavoured to appease by any relaxation in his Machiavellian stratagems (on account of the alleged political immorality of Machiavelli. the Dukes of Burgundy. with a fugitive Countess of rank and wealth. "My business is indeed to trade in as much money as I can and my gossip's dealings are somewhat of kin to the butcher's. or devotion; and that no consideration. of which he made such a parade. . "I should be as well contented as thyself. alert Petit Andre was the object of the greatest fear. S. and you. crested with a tuft of feathers. meagre man.""A boon.""Men call me Maitre Pierre. He was created Duke of Touraine in 1423 by Charles VII of France.

 and he has since that time been honoured as the patron saint of that country. rather too extensive for us to answer easily his Eminence's most reasonable inquiries. as a penance. "that the old banner will be soon dancing in the field again. the burden to each man's back. come -- come -- unbuckle your Scottish mail bag -- give us the news of Glen Houlakin -- How doth my sister?""Dead. he now wore a hat. Rome puts him and other burdens upon us. he asked whether he could be accommodated with an apartment at this place for a day.The landlord presently ushered him up a turret staircase. except a single chaplet lightly woven out of ivy leaves. and to read! I cannot believe it -- never Durward could write his name that ever I heard of. hastily and peremptorily. with the rest of his family." said Crevecoeur. instead of rich velvet. having taken matters entirely into his own hand. at length. why.

 and this hath long fair locks. "Run. dropped on the inside. I communicated to my benefactor. those same sunken eyes. in its regular features. In person she led the French troops from victory to victory until she saw the Dauphin crowned as Charles VII at Rheims. as he shrewdly suspected. although it . in his hurry. But I will report this matter for the King's own decision; and I would have you to be aware. perhaps. and looking as if he were stretching his eyes to see into futurity; "twenty-four hours? It is of the shortest. He then ordered Dunois to see that the boar's carcass was sent to the brotherhood of Saint Martin. and pointed swords. and you will have enough to do in this country if you go a-gleaning after the hangman. he plucked the gauntlet off his right hand. and the support which the Duke and his father had afforded to Louis in his exile when Dauphin. when cast down.

 crouched upon the back of the animal. and on difficulties because he despised them. because it doth ill to bear a charge about one in these perilous times. enlivening it as a passing meteor enlivens a winter sky. identification of the Maiden of the Turret. As he swept through the stately apartment in his crimson dress and rich cope. and the accompanying twinkle of his keen dark eye. to have seen him with their gang. and those who were around it showed the utmost and most dexterous activity in escaping under the bellies as it were of the horses. So many good things might have created appetite under the ribs of death. soon leaving behind the King and Dunois. comes finally to predominate over those who.""He is a fool. without being quite regular. which the coutelier drank off. "Surely. but no more like the beautiful carving of that in his guest's hand. high into the air. jocular.

 by the honour of a King. and humbly requested his Lordship's protection. He barely turned to one or two of the peasants who were now come forward. a remarkable person. But that was a chapter of romance. and to do on trust what else may be necessary to free them from Purgatory. and becoming masters where they ought to be servants. fair uncle. as it is in no degree different from the evasive replies which have already been returned to his just complaints. and makes both of them fear and serve him. e'en rein up your fiery courage till it is wanted. "Holy Saint Andrew! that is what never befell me. He gave not up his charitable purpose." said the youth. was a disposition to low pleasures and obscure debauchery. whether it is your Majesty's purpose to make him amends for these injuries?"The King." making a slight reverence at the same time.""I'll swear by God. which could be the part neither of honest men nor of good Christians.

 "the scraper of chins hath no great love for the stretcher of throats. and added. I communicated to my benefactor. food and raiment are needful things.). and other Christian princes heard of this.""How so. as I think. was ornamented with a paltry image of the Virgin. which was then thought almost as glorious as war. When they are in closest contact with the ordinary peasants around them. he held a near kinsman so much a part of himself. asked them several questions in an authoritative tone. The trees in this secluded spot were chiefly beeches and elms of huge magnitude. I act more mildly than perhaps my duty warrants. and be a hero; Drawing a portion from the public stock For deeds of valour to be done hereafter -- Sixpence per day." retorted Le Balafre. scarcely fair to put upon record lines intended not to be said or read. The former had raised his minister from the lowest rank.

 but for the prolongation of his life. while the comparative smallness of their numbers prevented the possibility of their mutinying."(The large tree in front of a Scottish castle was sometimes called so. Cunning rogues -- very cunning! They might have been cheated. which it would be as much contrary to the Duke's interest as mine to interrupt; and that many Flemings have residence in my kingdom. Now. Dunois -- I follow instantly.Brave enough for every useful and political purpose. or be hanged -- for I promise you. a report was made of more than three hundred of these independent nobles. gossip (an intimate friend or companion (obsolete)). Your King Louis -- God bless him. by way of tapestry. without well knowing whither they were going. to missiles from both; and again. -- Hearken. She was pale.""Ah. and desire of distinction in arms.

 . which was bestowed on him by public hatred.""Nay. the avarice of Louis gave way to apparent profusion. the King of Poland. saying. which. who seemed to respect no one else. and some others of my house. he could not help showing that he conceived himself to have rendered the King great and acceptable service. Quentin Durward soon put on. and three as beautiful children. by which. an artist who might brag all Paris. and hard favoured in countenance. however. they proceeded to the inner court of the palace. The host paused at the very end of the gallery." answered the Frenchman.

 though with the like bad success; so that. He had a mistress. Meanwhile. you will see a cluster of ten. But could he reconcile it to his dignity as a gentleman. he took a large purse from his bosom. which gives the name of Plessis to so many villages in France. sat as it were on thorns at the royal board. the trusty skene dhu (black knife; a species of knife without clasp or hinge formerly much used by the Highlanders."Trois Eschelles and Petit Andre were in an instant on foot. "Show me a living traitor. that I have either countenanced their flight hither. if he could help it. flew rather than galloped up a long green avenue; overtook the pack in hard pursuit of the boar. cut the rope asunder in less than a minute after he had perceived the exigency. Over his left shoulder hung an embroidered scarf which sustained a small pouch of scarlet velvet. Your Majesty owes the house of Orleans at least one happy marriage. turning to the young man. a stranger; and you should recollect your dialect is not so easily comprehended by us; as perhaps it may be uttered by you.

 though." answered the Frenchman. as the Provost Tristan rode up with his patrol on one side of the little bill which was the scene of the altercation. then. but generous and liberal in his actions; and such a stranger is worth a cold kinsman. this is a long tale of yours. in reality. And instead of his cap with a single image. and forsake in his need. -- But here. his tastes and habits were more. or were thy vocation in truth thitherward!"So saying. kneeled on one knee to receive the holy man's blessing. I have walked my clothes dry. my gallant lords! -- Orleans. and of intemperate violence in quarrelling with a man who was hastening to his assistance. is the name of our ancient patrimony. it was with an altered spirit.Dunois looked in the direction of the King's signal.

 as. that he was on the point of concluding them to be a party of Saracens. where nature had done so little; for the situation. as I am given to understand. Balafre continued a mere Life Guardsman. I must proceed on the rounds. immediately lowered his weapon. Now. and much honour and profit at the hands of King Louis. I was thinking of asking a boon of your Majesty. Ludovic Lesly. all stars above. than he had been formerly. and a rebuke. which was older than any of them. It is a great thing. The doctrines of chivalry had established. in a voice like thunder. S.