"But the madness of Santiago leading them to the convent! The walls were breached by the explosion this morning, and the French must now be in full possession of it."
"If the Augustine convent is where the explosion took place," cried Jack eagerly, "that is near where I came in this morning. I found out by accident something of the position there, Señor. I think I could help. Have I your leave?"
Palafox looked kindly into the boy's shining eyes.
"Yes," he said, "go, and bring me word of what befalls."
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Jack sprang instantly towards the door. As he passed out, Don Basilio turned with an enquiring look towards Palafox.
"An English youth, Padre," said the general, in answer to his mute question.
"A leader of men," said the priest, and sat down to write a proclamation.
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