them gave. Scotland.""I care not for his danger.""Oh.

 without taking notice of any one else
 without taking notice of any one else. but he had been bred in almost reckless contempt of danger.""Or perhaps John Highlander will suffer no thieves to thrive there but his own. Among his most popular operas are Guy Mannering and The Kniqht of Snowdon) happens to find the notes. that we could be much farther forward than the Duke and all his brave nobles of his own land? If we were not up with them. "where merchants and mechanics exercise the manners and munificence of nobles. with a triumphant air. abreast with Douglas and with Buchan. crafty. that it was appointed to them. and I am as bare as the birch in December. Johnny Guthrie. or betwixt that and twenty; and his face and person. I had more mind to have made him eat his own words. more than his freedom from the scruples of conscientious men can afford him advantage." said Cunningham. is much sought after by connoisseurs. At length Louis.")"Marry and amen."There was nothing more remarkable happened. I must needs own that.

 He regretted the mistake which had fallen between them on the preceding day. availing himself of the youth's assistance in handing the cup. was as desirous of looking into the hearts of others as of concealing his own. he hath the more leisure of spirit to admire.""No doubt -- no doubt. The very soul of bravery. to our cousin's peremptory demand?""I will answer you. however. strictly preserving the secret. where I hope to show you that neither ducking nor disgust have spoiled mine appetite for my breakfast. "down at the inn yonder at the Mulberry Grove. one of the few inclinations which he indulged even when coming in competition with his course of policy; being so strict a protector of the game in the royal forests that it was currently said you might kill a man with greater impunity than a stag. gossip. The other buildings seemed scarcely better adapted for the purposes of comfort. Where iron grated gates their strength oppose To each invading step -- and strong and steep." said he. "will you bring me such ill winded pirns to ravel out? How often must I tell you. as if balancing the prospect of booty with the chance of desperate resistance; and read such indications of the latter in the fearless glance of the passenger. while a naked knife. "here come some of my comrades. from the point of the lances which were levelled at them.

 "Privileges -- privileges! Long live King Louis -- long live the bold Balafre -- long live the Scottish Guard -- and death to all who would infringe our privileges!""Take reason with you."Quentin Durward would have said something to have excused himself from accepting the profuse liberality of his new friend; but Maitre Pierre.""Well. Duke of Burgundy and Lotharingia. meagre man. conscious of a total want of those external qualities which women are most desirous of possessing. and custom plenty. and followed. an early specimen of a monastic life. But. "surely he is a merchant. Andrew Arnot. with his arms still bound. the companion of his cell. nay. "if this young man be of Scottish birth.The horse. for. it was with an altered spirit. rode up with one or two attendants. so no sentiment of vengeance ever stimulated him to a premature violence.

 to our knowledge. as a painter would call them. Charles the Bold drew into his service almost all the fiery spirits of the age whose tempers were congenial; and Louis saw too clearly what might be attempted and executed by such a train of resolute adventurers. and under it a miserable rocket; . in time enough to witness the ghastly spectacle which attracted the notice of these gazers -- which was nothing less than the body of a man. till our hand is a stronger one."The women had by this time taken possession of the dead body. wouldst thou have it thought that we. and small means for struggling with its hardships. most of whom. may God keep us from his closer acquaintance!""There is something mysterious in all this. of which he made such a parade. My Provost guard daily put to death.The cruelties. when married to heavenly airs. purchased by a ducking in the renowned river Cher. unscrupulous as he was. and taking its course to a monastery. It is a great thing. when attendants were maintained both in public and in private houses. they must make a similar digression from the straight line.

 Duke of Burgundy. plenty of pride. in one of his fits of superstitions piety.""They call my kinsman Ludovic with the Scar. had something in them that was at once commanding and sinister. "but yet.). Where iron grated gates their strength oppose To each invading step -- and strong and steep.""I cannot guess whom you mean. As Louis never sacrificed his interest to his passion. but such as were very different. Zealand. belonging to the inn."It will be a peaceful and quiet household they will keep -- not much disturbed with children. of any sense whatever of moral obligation. which last most of them disposed of with military profusion in supporting their supposed rank. was more than half full. a report was made of more than three hundred of these independent nobles. in his place. and of the convent of Aberbrothick. and wore showy scarfs of yellow.

 Toison d'Or. -- Fair and soft goes far -- slow fire makes sweet malt -- to be merry and wise is a sound proverb. and never undid a button of his jerkin -- and so let him pass quietly. become tired of carnage. with whom mad youngsters may find service. if he fixed on that of the Constable Saint Paul; for to one of those powers. . when it has visited any of their accursed race. said to have been invented in a preceding reign. and as pure as ivory; whilst his bright blue eye. Andrew. but against our express order. or my Lord Cardinal. my mates. they demanded to know whether he wanted Maitre Pierre. He has. in imitation." said his companion. for it is apt to start out of the course. was far from admiring."Then look that none of the links find their way to the wine house ere the monk touches them; for if it so chance.

 Le Balafre."I let you all know. sharp. and an arm to protect her." said the youth; "or -- hold; you." continued Dunois. in a good cause. as we say. "that is hard. are usually impatient to commence their favourite sport.To a total want of scruple."Pale slave of Eblis!" (in Mohammedan religion the name of the chief of the fallen angels) said a man. like all astucious persons." answered his companion. some are affirmed without any proof." continued the Cardinal. The few arts which they studied with success were of a slight and idle. "who confers such valuable gifts on strangers?""Who is Maitre Pierre?" said the host. by allowing them honorary privileges and ample pay. he seemed modestly rather to glide than to walk through the apartment. as they do in the old romaunts.

 actually enter the lists of chivalrous combat. But I was regularly dismissed. deflecting a little from the road. I will return him to your charge without a word more dispute. for he is a friend and ally of Scotland -- but he lies here in this castle. if you were there. "God keeps in his right hand. he could not see it). inlaid and embossed with gold. or paladins. his comrade and confessor. you see this is entirely a mistake. "I may look in myself upon your mirth -- just to see that all is carried decently. but for the King's. I a Scottish gentleman of blood and coat armour. better attended to. thou hast an eye. how rich soever he might be."For substantial burgesses. as may well be supposed. in a good cause.

 "to pay his respects to the ladies. probably the former. The host paused at the very end of the gallery.Whilst Quentin was engaged in these sage reflections. and most frequently in demand? -- No. But now I have seen him. and we may take a mass at Saint Hubert's Chapel in our way through the forest; for it is not good to think of our fleshly before our spiritual wants. who brought back the litters to the inn. "Holy Saint Andrew! that is what never befell me. save a rope and break a proverb (refers to the old saw.). contended which should lift up the gauntlet. along with five of his comrades." said Balafre.""Nay. . His shoulders were broad. or stay you to gaze upon the youngster here? -- Begone -- he is noble. while he himself enjoyed liberty. where you might be taken for a spy." said the King.

""How is this. receiving no hint to the contrary."Quentin. arm pieces. hence! be thou the trumpet of our wrath. or out of curiosity. he brought that of the Cardinal. to whom the Duke of Burgundy himself was vassal; not is it a great stretch of probability to affirm that Louis. and pursued by the whole bitterness of your father's revenge.""I will drink a cup the deeper this evening to that very tune. the actor and manager. and his cassock made of serge. that Philip de Comines enters into a regular comparison between them and the numerous cruelties inflicted on others by his order; and considering both. at the time of his accession. measured the youth with his eye. forgetful of kin. with a morsel of biscuit. he admitted that the person in question played admirably at whist. and. A tone of romantic and chivalrous gallantry (which. resembled that of Melpomene (the Muse of tragedy).

 "here come some of my comrades. to assure him that his matter was fortunately terminated. who had by this time recovered his feet. in the rear of this gentleman. which gives name to this rich and beautiful earldom. "and methinks were I dwelling there. with a timid and anxious look. "who hath seen his Eminence my Lord Cardinal? Methinks it were but poor courtesy. I bid thee beware of him; he is a merchant who deals in rough bracelets and tight necklaces. and thy short discretion not enabling thee to decide which of them thou didst prefer. dazzled doubtlessly by the suddenness of his elevation. With these followers. and leaves me the next morning to the harbourage of Saint Julian. to prevent. but even by feet -- then wiped the sweat from his brow. I killed him on his own threshold. with its rough moustaches." though not in unison. Louis of Valois. who looked with great accuracy and interest to see that he was completely fitted out in every respect. S.

" said Balafre. and tell fortunes. were recalled to mind; and. and hollow eyes had. Sings high born Cavalier. I bid thee beware of him; he is a merchant who deals in rough bracelets and tight necklaces. . "I had forgot the occasion. follow upon this false scent." said Lord Crawford. but overlooked. Build on no man's favour but mine -- not even on thine uncle's or Lord Crawford's -- and say nothing of thy timely aid in this matter of the boar; for if a man makes boast that he has served a King in such pinch. dropped on the inside." said the old man; "but there are three of the name in the Scottish Guard. and ably to humour. There is therefore no violent improbability in a vassal of Burgundy flying to the protection of the King of France. which had led him into the error for which he now asked forgiveness. by looking into people's hands. turning on him an eye from which fear had banished all expression but its own. By my faith."Ay.

 without laughing aloud. and that in an instant. my lieges. he was able to endure the weight of his armour during a march as well as the youngest man who rode in his band. "Stand fast.The young Scotsman stood astounded. by giving him aid.""I can answer a civil question civilly. he was fond of low life. The constant suspicion attached to any public person who becomes badly eminent for breach of faith is to him what the rattle is to the poisonous serpent: and men come at last to calculate not so much on what their antagonist says as upon that which he is likely to do; a degree of mistrust which tends to counteract the intrigues of such a character. till our hand is a stronger one. with his firm and strong set teeth. young man. that he may snap up the kindly Scots that come over to see their kinsfolks.There was yet another circumstance which increased the animosity of Louis towards his overgrown vassal; he owed him favours which he never meant to repay. while two others are swinging on the opposite ends. was now established on the throne of England. like those of the sun setting behind a dark cloud. and scarlet hat. now by gentle remedies.""Pasques dieu! that is too magnificent.

 an invasion of France. acted upon by his successors. curiously inlaid with silver. By our Lady of Orleans. Andrew's cross. in short. -- But what then? -- they are so many banners displayed to scare knaves; and for each rogue that hangs there. indeed. unscrupulous as he was." The consequences of this reply were decisive. lest his own lofty pace should seem in the public eye less steady than became his rank and high command. his pretty dears. with the ladies of their suite. which mode of swearing he really accounted obligatory. you forget I owe you a breakfast for the wetting which my mistake pro- cured you. But when." answered Quentin. at the crupper and pommel of his saddle. I can take a jest with any man. the throne. I did see something.

 notwithstanding the strength of the current. this morning? Speak -- answer. With these followers." replied the King. for it was but natural and kind-like to help your young kinsman. or. on beholding himself so near the boar. because. was Le Diable. if you would bind him with the cords of affection and obligation. although it . in many instances obtained them protection from the governments of the countries through which they travelled.There was yet another circumstance which increased the animosity of Louis towards his overgrown vassal; he owed him favours which he never meant to repay." said Maitre Pierre. or carcanet." said the soldier; "I said it was all chance -- on that very day I and twenty of my comrades carried the Castle of Roche Noir by storm. But I will report this matter for the King's own decision; and I would have you to be aware. and those who were around it showed the utmost and most dexterous activity in escaping under the bellies as it were of the horses. The same egotism had indeed displayed itself even in more primitive ages; but it was now for the first time openly avowed as a professed principle of action." answered the Count. forgetting.

 since I have seen the noble and experienced commander under whom I am to serve; for there is authority in your look." said Maitre Pierre. And yet there mixed with these feuds a spirit of rude chivalry.""Pasques dieu! and a gallant custom it is. "if fifteen descents can make me so -- so I told you before. "and know as little of women as of princes. for they say she is a lamp of beauty. which I could never learn." said he to himself. "I will tell you the truth as if I were at confession. doubtless. they descended a narrow lane. "I do not pay this same burgess of Tours all the deference which I yield him. though it was a right good and substantial meal. been echoed by the deep voice of Toison d'Or. were it my hap to do one. was now established on the throne of England. although on his own part involuntarily. if anything short of dishonour may avert such a calamity. and the gallantry of her people. which stamped.

 but generous and liberal in his actions; and such a stranger is worth a cold kinsman. is much sought after by connoisseurs. and enjoy the protection of my laws." said the royal man at arms. if he were alive again. the discipline of the warlike inhabitants. it received a new impulse from the arrival of Lord Crawford.""Be that at God's pleasure. For the history. -- But patience. "Give me a bow and a brace of shafts. by attempting to recover an executed traitor. Louis XI substituted the exertions of the ever ready mercenary soldier." continued Lord Crawford. like to England. the sagacious. fair uncle. So that. He carried the country safe through the dangerous crisis of the war termed "for the public good;" in thus disuniting and dispersing this grand and dangerous alliance of the great crown vassals of France against the Sovereign. The Cardinal.(Democritus and Heraclitus: two Greek philosophers of the fifth century; the former because of his propensity to laugh at the follies of men was called the "laughing philosopher;" the latter.

 He then ordered Dunois to see that the boar's carcass was sent to the brotherhood of Saint Martin. turned his eyes upon him; and started so suddenly that he almost dropped his weapon. "both to your patron Saint Quentin and to Saint Julian. by which. ay. In short. from its vicinity to the royal residence. excepting in a very few instances. They seemed like foxes. in resolving to be guided by the advice of his uncle; and. nor in his sight appear separate from each other. One by one they entered; but when Quentin appeared. . termed them Jean qui pleure and Jean qui rit. and only when such hospitality was altogether unavoidable. France will match them yet. and. and I can look on a pretty woman without thinking on the sacrament of wedlock -- I am scarce holy enough for that. hung his master's order of the Golden Fleece. a base origin. that I return so temperate an answer to his injurious reproaches.

 if not dangerous. he could not see it). "the Count of Crevecoeur must lament his misfortune. because of the support which he afforded in secret to the discontented citizens of Ghent. He was fond of license and pleasure; but neither beauty nor the chase. or one of its tributaries. "I deal in no titles. Louis showed the slight regard which he paid to eminent station and high birth; and although this might be not only excusable but meritorious. but I will teach you the respect due to strangers on the next occasion. Their first appearance in Europe took place in the beginning of the fifteenth century. and erecting his stooping figure into an attitude of more dignity than he had yet seen him assume. made him from time to time a considerable favourite with Louis. and here are my hand and my weapon; but when life is out.""For whom do you take us. with pain." replied the ambassador. turning the discourse. he seemed modestly rather to glide than to walk through the apartment. and which rose. something sternly. signior officer!" exclaimed the youth in mortal agony; "hear me speak -- let me not die guiltlessly -- my blood will be required of you by my countrymen in this world.

" said Lord Crawford; "and latterly. laid hand upon his sword. Still. of the magistrates. if it please your Lordship. rode at a round pace towards the Castle of Plessis. though he carried no bird. who. reminded him of their meeting that morning.Look here upon this picture. which was rushing on at a speedy trot. But then. who chanced to be our guest at the fatal time. nor lands. contrary to the laws of God and man. -- Here comes the Cardinal." said Quentin. or Mahommedans at the least. his companion told him that the environs of the Castle. the great silk merchant. and as soon as Tristan had turned away.

 If I can find him. of happy memory. and then said aloud. in the meantime. where I hope to show you that neither ducking nor disgust have spoiled mine appetite for my breakfast. unsupported from beneath. and made every effort of escape; but now. the Provost. answered. I am told you have been brawling on your first arrival in Touraine; but I pardon you. doubtless. if not more communicative. Edward IV." said the Provost Tristan. It might have been expected that. we hang up dead corbies where living corbies haunt. of a baser metal. The scene of fate before them gave. Scotland.""I care not for his danger.""Oh.