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It was also said the Governor had refused to do anything regarding the matter; but that Samuel Adams had publicly declared the troops should be sent away, and that without loss of time. At about three o'clock in the afternoon, Amos and Jim heard once more from Master Piemont's assistant.
One would have said Hardy Baker found a certain degree of pleasure in dwelling upon the fact that he had been instrumental in this day's work, since it would bring his name into greater prominence than he could ever have hoped for otherwise, however conscientiously he might discharge his duties as Master Piemont's apprentice.
Since you are so suspicious, Amos Richardson, I will explain my going to the Custom House," Hardy added, only after noting the fact that several of those standing nearest were gazing at him sternly. "You must know that many of the Britishers who come to Master Piemont's shop to be served pay for the work at the end of every three months, instead of doing so each day or week.
"And since when has Master Piemont's apprentice had the right to command us to come here or go there?" "Your high and mighty airs don't count for much with me, Amos Richardson. If my uncle had been the one who murdered Chris Snyder, I should try to do everything in my power to show I didn't side with informers and those who are ready to kiss the feet of the 'bloody backs'!"
Turning quickly, Master Piemont's assistant saw his friend Amos, who had just come up, and he retorted: "I am attending to my own affairs." "It is better you should do that in private. You have no right to brawl in the streets, even though your debtor be an enemy."
The interview with Master Piemont's assistant did not serve to cheer either Amos or Jim, but rather further distressed them in mind, and, after trying in vain each to give some comfort to the other, the two went to Chris Gore's home, where they learned that he was resting comfortably, in no danger of death.
He only saw Hardy Baker, and had no other thought than that by administering swift punishment to him the attack would be brought to an end. Master Piemont's assistant saw his late friends making their way directly toward him, regardless of every one else, and understood their purpose. It had not been his intention to have a personal encounter with Amos.
Amos, eager to get the throng away from his father's house, accepted the invitation at once, and he and Jim marched in the midst of their late enemies, while Master Piemont's assistant was left alone to nurse, at the same time, his wounds and his anger. The throng at Liberty Hall was as great as Amos had ever seen it at any time; but decidedly more quiet and orderly than on the previous evening.
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