"Never mind where I got him," replied her brother. "I rode him at Newport, and lost him there, but he has since been captured from a Roundhead trooper, who might recognise him."
After consulting the king by a glance, Jane said, "I will have that horse, and no other."
Colonel Lane shrugged his shoulders and went out of the stables, followed by the others.
As soon as they were gone, Lutwyche said to the king:
"I don't want to know who you are, but I am certain you are not a groom. Go into the house and breakfast comfortably. I will get all ready for the journey."
Charles thanked him heartily, and telling him he placed entire faith in him, quitted the stable, and proceeded to the house.
[CHAPTER IV.]
HOW WILL JONES BREAKFASTED WITH THE MEN-SERVANTS IN THE BUTTERY.