Then for myself--I intend to go abroad, resume my name, and
obtain employment in some foreign service. I will trust to the king
for assisting me to that."
"That is the worst part of it, Edward; but if your peace of mind
depends upon it, I will not oppose it."
"You, Humphrey, may come with me and share my fortunes, or do what you
think more preferable."
"I think then, Edward, that I shall not decide rashly. I must have
remained here with Pablo if my sisters had gone to the Ladies
Conynghame and you had remained with the intendant; I shall,
therefore, till I hear from you, remain where I am, and shall be able
to observe what is going on here, and let you know."
"Be it so," replied Edward; "let me only see my sisters well placed,
and I shall be off the next day. It is misery to remain there now."
After some more conversation, Edward mounted his horse and returned to
the intendant's. He did not arrive till late, for supper was on the
table. The intendant gave him a letter for Mr. Chaloner, which was
inclosed in one from Mr. Langton; and further informed Edward that
news had arrived of the king having made his escape to France.
"Thank God for that!" exclaimed Edward. "With your leave, sir, I will
to-morrow deliver this letter to the party to whom it is addressed, as
I know it to be of consequence.
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