rushstrewn

Updated: May 1, 2025

But he paid no heed to them as he stalked with ringing step across the rushstrewn floor, nor observed how covertly and watchfully their glances followed him as returning, in passing the sergeant's prompt salute he vanished through the doorway leading to the stairs. He reappeared again a moment later, to call the host, and give him orders for the preparing of his own and Rabecque's supper.

Rafael Sabatini - Saint Martin's Summer