“Enough,” rejoined Garnet. “Let writing materials be procured, and I will dictate the letter.”
Tresham, meanwhile, exhibited no misgiving; but, on the contrary, his countenance brightened up as the plan was approved.
“My life will be spared if you find I have not deceived you, will it not?” he asked, in a supplicating voice.
“Assuredly,” replied Garnet.
“Give me pen and ink, then,” he cried, “and I will write whatever you desire.”
“Our secret is safe,” whispered Catesby to Garnet. “It is useless to test him further.”
“I think so,” replied Garnet. “Would we had made this experiment sooner!”
“Do not delay, I entreat you,” implored Tresham. “I am eager to prove my innocence.”
“We are satisfied with the proof we have already obtained,” returned Garnet.
Tresham dropped on his knees in speechless gratitude.