In a few moments
more he was mounted on a fine, powerful black horse, and, followed by
Sampson, on his road to London.
We will pass over the journey, which was accomplished without any
event worthy of remark. Edward had, from the commencement, called
Sampson to his side, that he might answer the questions he had to make
upon all that he saw, and which, the reader must be aware, was quite
new to one whose peregrinations had been confined to the New Forest
and the town adjacent. Sampson was a very powerful man, of a cool and
silent character, by no means deficient in intelligence, and
trustworthy withal. He had long been a follower of the intendant, and
had served in the army. He was very devout, and generally, when not
addressed, was singing hymns in a low voice.
On the evening of the second day, they were close to the metropolis,
and Sampson pointed out to Edward St. Paul's Cathedral and Westminster
Abbey, and other objects worthy of note.
"And where are we to lodge, Sampson?" inquired Edward.
"The best hotel that I know of for man and beast is the 'Swan with
Three Necks,' in Holborn. It is not over-frequented by roisterers, and
you will there be quiet, and, if your affairs demand it, unobserved."
"That will suit me, Sampson: I wish to observe and not be observed,
during my stay in London.
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