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I have evidence that will insure his conviction and execution within an hour. Nothing could Call him, I say, and " "I will call him. He is my sworn protector, and I will command him to knock you down if you don't go away," she flared, stopping decisively. "At his peril " "Baldos!" she called, without a second's hesitation.
Slowly they made their way to the fairy grotto deep in the thicket of trees. It was Yetive's favorite dreaming place. Dark and cool and musical with the rippling of waters, it was an ideal retreat. She dropped upon the rustic bench that stood against the moss-covered wall of boulders. With the gentle reserve of a man who reveres as well as loves, Baldos stood above her.
He could withdraw the charges against Baldos, but he could not soften the words he had said and written of Beverly Calhoun. He was not troubling himself with fear because of the adventures in the chapel and passage. He knew too well how Yetive could punish when her heart was bitter against an evil-doer. Graustark honored and protected its women.
"Did you take especial care to study the interior of the fortress when you were there several days ago?" "I did." "Have you discussed your observations with anyone since that time?" "I have." "With whom?" "With her highness, the princess," said Baldos, without a quiver. There was a moment's silence, and furtive looks were cast in the direction of Yetive, whose face was a study.
Lorry," said Baldos calmly. "I knew that the warrant awaited me. I knew that my flight of last night was no secret. I came back willingly, gladly, your highness, and now I am ready to face my accuser. There is nothing for me to fear." "And after you have confessed to all these actions? By George, I like your nerve," exclaimed Lorry. "I have been amply vindicated," cried Marlanx.
"They did not. I take the liberty of inquiring on my own responsibility." "Very well, sir. Until you have a right to question me, I am Baldos and a goat-hunter. I think I am here to receive surgical treatment." "You decline to tell me anything concerning yourself?" "Only that I am injured and need relief." "Perhaps I know more about you than you suspect, sir."
As she drew the slight figure up the steps she turned and said to her ministers: "I shall be glad to receive Prince Dantan in the throne-room, without delay. I am going to put the princess to bed." "Your highness," said Baldos from below, "may I be the first to announce to you that there will be no war with Dawsbergen?" This was too much.
Baldos laughed easily, happily. His heart was not very humble, though his voice and manner were. "Red is the color of insolence, you mean." "It's a good deal jauntier than blue," she declared. "Before you call the bearers, Miss your highness, I wish to retract something I said awhile ago," he said very seriously. "I should think you would," she responded, utterly misinterpreting his intent.
I have a peculiar longing to investigate." There was a determined gleam in his eyes. "No? no!" cried Beverly. "Don't you dare to go out there again. You are to stay right here in the castle, sir. We have something else for you to do. It was that awful old Marlanx who shot at you. He " "I left General Marlanx in Colonel Quinnox's quarters, Miss Calhoun," interposed Baldos grimly.
"Surely, sir, I am but obeying your own instructions. 'Protect the princess and all that is hers, with your life, you have said to me." "Oh, I wish you hadn't done this, Baldos," cried Beverly, panic-stricken. "You have threatened my life. I shall not forget it, fool. Here is the precious note, your highness, with my condolences to the writer."
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