“And you, sir?” asked Ernest, anxiously.
“I, Ernest,” answered the missionary, somewhat reproachfully, “I told him, of course, that I should obey God rather than him, and strive to bring any soul among his people to the knowledge of Christ. I left him somewhat subdued, as determined language always subdues him; but the moment any trouble befalls him, I know well what what will follow.”
“Let me help you,” said Ernest, deeply moved.
“Give me some of your work to do. I will do it to the best of my power.”
“Notwithstanding the consequences?” asked De Walden.
“Notwithstanding the consequences,” answered Warley resolutely. And the two shook hands with a warmth neither had before felt towards the other.