“But, miss, sure they say that the laws are changed, and that Mr. Reilly may go at large if he wishes.”
“I know that, Connor; but send Lanigan to me immediately.”
“When Lanigan entered he found the Cooleen Bawn in tears.
“My God, Miss Folliard,” said he, “what is the matter with you? why are you crying, or what have they done to you?”
“Lanigan,” she replied, wiping her eyes, “you and Connor only are in our secret; we must fly this night.”
“This night, Miss Folliard!”
“This night, Lanigan; and you must assist us.”
“To the last drop of my blood, I will.”
“Lanigan, Reilly is discovered.”
“Discovered, miss! good God, how was he discovered?”