fear-distracted

Updated: May 2, 2025

There was no pomposity about Lord Holmhurst now all that had gone and nothing but the simple gallant nature of the English gentleman remained. "No, no," said the captain, as they hurried aft, pushing their way through the fear-distracted crowd. "Have you got your revolver?" "Yes." "Well, then, keep it handy; you may have to use it presently: they will try and rush the boats."

Henry Rider Haggard - Mr. Meeson's Will