"You see that path?" she whispered.
"Yes."
"It leads to the woods. I can tell you no more. But be careful; there are watchers all around, for the Killigrews are not yet gone. God be with you!"
"Good-bye, Mistress Nancy."
"No, only good-morning."
"And you will be careful, Mistress Nancy. Do not let them see you. If I did not think you were safe I know not if I could go—even now. But when I may, I will come back, I will serve you with my whole heart."
"I am safe, go—but be careful. Good-morning. When you return come to this door and give three knocks."
I rushed up the path she had pointed out, and heard the door close behind me as I went. I had not gone far, however, before I saw a dark form moving among the trees.
"Who goes there?" said a voice.
I made no reply, but rushed on.