“At all events that is what she said, and remarked that more than once she has seen rewards offered for you, but would never divulge who, what, nor where you were.”
“A capital woman, and what was her name?”
“Hannah!”
“I know her,” said Death-wing, “but will not speak of her now. We have had business together more than once; she is a living repository of secrets. Go on.”
“She told me that the farmer’s daughter was coming from London, and that she possessed presents of immense value which her intended lordly husband had given her as bridal presents.”
“‘Is she coming alone?’ I asked.
“‘No,’ was the reply; ‘but it is very easy to attack the escort and secure her; in fact, I have received orders from Lord Rochfort to do so.’
“‘You?’ I asked.
“‘Yes, me,’ she proudly answered; ‘I have a numerous band at my command, and can do anything in that way.’”
“‘And why does Lord Rochfort wish to have her captured?’