"You will go with me presently to the castle."
"I will go with you now."
"Presently," said Felix.
"Mademoiselle, summon the young girl who was here with you just now," said Herrick. "You may go together to the castle."
The Count's sword rang from its scabbard as a fierce oath left his lips.
"Stay!" Herrick said, his sword's point flashing instantly toward the Count's breast. "Would you fight in the presence of this lady?"
Lucille hurried in with a pale face.
"You must be my maid to-night and come with me to the castle," said Christine.
"Go quickly," said Herrick.
"Felix, you shall go with us," said Christine.