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And it is as well that we can compose our
differences honorably, for Sir Nigel had been out at the first
clash of steel; and he hath sworn that if there be quarrelling in
the garrison he would smite the right hand from the broilers.
You know him of old, and that he is like to be as good as his
word."
"Mort-Dieu! yes. But there are ale, mead, and wine in the
buttery, and the steward a merry rogue, who will not haggle over
a quart or two. Buvons, mon gar., for it is not every day that
two old friends come together."
The old soldiers and Hordle John strode off together in all good
fellowship. Alleyne had turned to follow them, when he felt a
touch upon his shoulder, and found a young page by his side.
"The Lord Loring commands," said the boy, "that you will follow
me to the great chamber, and await him there."
"But my comrades?"
"His commands were for you alone."
Alleyne followed the messenger to the east end of the courtyard,
where a broad flight of steps led up to the doorway of the main
hall, the outer wall of which is washed by the waters of the
Avon.


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