Glenarvan’s voice, firm till now, faltered. He was silent a moment, and having overcome his emotion, he said, addressing the young captain: “John, you have promised Mary what I promised Lady Helena. What is your plan?” “I believe,” said John, “that in the sight of God I have a right to fulfill that promise.” “Yes, John; but we are unarmed.” “No!” replied John, showing him a dagger. “I snatched it from Kara-Tete when he fell at your feet. My Lord, whichever of us survives the other will fulfill the wish of Lady Helena and Mary Grant.” After these words were said, a profound silence ensued. At last the Major said: “My friends, keep that to the last moment. I am not an advocate of irremediable measures.” “I did not speak for ourselves,” said Glenarvan. “Be it as it may, we can face death! Had……
Glenarvan’s voice, firm till now, faltered. He was silent a moment, and having overcome his emotion, he said, addressing the young captain: “John, you have promised Mary what I promised Lady Helena. What is your plan?” “I believe,” said John, “that in the sight of God I have a right to fulfill that promise.” “Yes, John; but we are unarmed.” “No!” replied John, showing him a dagger. “I snatched it from Kara-Tete when he fell at your feet. My Lord, whichever of us survives the other will fulfill the wish of Lady Helena and Mary Grant.” After these words were said, a profound silence ensued. At last the Major said: “My friends, keep that to the last moment. I am not an advocate of irremediable measures.” “I did not speak for ourselves,” said Glenarvan. “Be it as it may, we can face death! Had……
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