"I should be afraid of playing such a trick as that," replied Blaize. "Besides, I do not see what purpose it would answer."
"It would enable me to get into the house," returned Bottesham, "and then I might take measures for Amabel's deliverance."
"If you merely wish to get into the house," replied Blaize, "that can be easily managed. I will admit you this evening."
"Without your master's knowledge?" asked Bottesham, eagerly.
"Of course," returned Blaize.
"But he has an apprentice?" said the doctor.
"Oh! you mean Leonard Holt," replied Blaize. "Yes, we must take care he doesn't see you. If you come about nine o'clock, he will be engaged with my master in putting away the things in the shop."
"I will be punctual," replied Bottesham, "and will bring Doctor Furbisher with me. We will only stay a few minutes. But here comes the burnt malmsey. Fill the young man's glass, Parkhurst. I will insure you against the plague, if you will follow my advice."
"But will you insure me against my master's displeasure, if he finds me out?" said Blaize.
"I will provide you with a new one," returned Bottesham. "You shall serve me if you wish to change your place."