“It might, in the estimation of many. But, you are generally believed guilty. What matters it what your actions imply to them? Your friends here, who have already made up their minds, will merely look upon it as a desire upon your part to escape a certain, an unmerited, and a dishonorable death.”
“And you will assist my flight?”
“I will.”
“And will you afterward convey Miss Hayward to me if she will come?”
“With pleasure; you but anticipate my intended services.”
Another rapid and significant glance passed between Mrs. Hinton and Wells, which was not observed by Walker.
“One thing more, Walker: do you believe me guilty of murder?”
“H’m—I did.”
“And now?”
“I may have been mistaken. But, be that as it may, I will assist your flight.”