The men gave a shout of surprise, for—what do you think they saw?—An empty bed!
CHAPTER XLII
It may be remembered that, on Father Phil's recommendation, Andy was to be removed out of the country to place him beyond the reach of Larry Hogan's machinations, and that the proposed journey to London afforded a good opportunity of taking him out of the way. Andy had been desired by Squire Egan to repair to Merryvale; but as some days had elapsed and Andy had not made his appearance, the alarms of the Squire that Andy might be tampered with began to revive, and Dick Dawson was therefore requested to call at the Widow Rooney's cabin as he was returning from the town, where some business with Murphy, about the petition against Scatterbrain's return, demanded his presence.
Dick, as it happened, had no need to call at the widow's, for on his way to the town who should he see approaching but the renowned Andy himself. On coming up to him, Dick pulled up his horse, and Andy pulled off his hat.
“God save your honour,” said Andy.
“Why didn't you come to Merryvale, as you were bid?” said Dick.
“I couldn't, sir, becase—”
“Hold your tongue, you thief; you know you never can do what you're bid—you are always wrong one way or other.”