Literary cadet and Rhode-Island statesman. [volume] (Providence, R.I.) 1827-1829, 1827-06-30
THE STORY OF THE DENIGHrED SOL
DER,
CONCLUDED.


his bed, and Fastening to the apartment of the
young hdy, ba0s her rise, and prepare herself
for temporary separation, as it was necessary
for him TO absent himself for q few DAYS, TO
visit the main army, which was then in wintea
quarters, on tho frontier, and was hourly ex-
pecting an attack from the myrmidons of Eng
land; and then rousing from their Icaden sIum-
bers the host and hostess, sngriiy bade them
prepare an early breakfast.
In twinkling the propsietors Of the tavern
were moving, and Betty, the chamberu,aid.
was in extacies, and chuckIed and laaghcd
when she found she should haze an opportu-
nifty of beholding in tho broad glare Of day,
the extraordinary personages, who had the
night before, elected her admiration, and whom
she had seen in her dreams Of fancy. whilst
she slept to the music of the pots and kettles
Of the kitchen.
Breakfast was soon prepared, and the young
lady and the soldier sal down 10 a homely re-
past served up at country Inn, but as the
officer was not disposed to be annoyed by the
presence of the inmates Of the tavern. he or
dered the table to be spread in n separate
apartment, and admonished the host not to
intrude upon him, if he wished TO esope with
his ears. His orders were obeyed, and accom-
panied by the young lady,he sat himself down.
and attempted to partake of the refreshments
which had been prepared; but his leart was
too full, and he rose from the table without
touching what had been served up for his
nourishment.
The curiosity of the hostess was gain upon
tip-toe, and she declared that come what
might, she would listen at the key hole, and
ascertain what was the subject matter Of con-
versaton, discussed by the mysterious and ex-
traordiRary strangers, whom chance or Bella
bub had introduced to her mansion. As she
listened at the door, she heard the maiden OK
cl l,im in an under tone, my dear uncle do not
kill me, do not kill me; but if you will tear
me from my Charles forever, let the earth
close upon me, and the sepulchre shall be my
bridal bed Silence, sorcercss, replied the en-
ragged soldier, and here in the presence Of tha
eternal King of kings, swear, if you ever Lisp
tho name Of Charles to me again, your life shall
repay the penalty you will incur, aid not even
the mercies Of Heaven shall spare you from
my vengeance!' At the enuncation of so pro-
fame a speech the maiden rcvolted. and shrinf-
| ing back, madly exclaimed, now do l del,
your vengeance, and though incur tho wrath
| of Heaven, l swear, that I will sooner die.
| than cease to speak the name Of him, who was
formed for me; and here lay myself at you,
feet, and defy your vengeance
The enraged soldier, when the girl ceased
speaking, wildly beat his breast, and amid the
convulsons of his SOUL drew from his bosom a
g.tering stileto, and fourished it over the head
| of the wretched sufferer. As she gazed upon
| the threatening steel, playful smile dimPlcd
! her face, and IN low, but firm voice, she re-
sponded to the threats Of the officer, here.
here, in this bosom place your poignard;--l
hail ii AZ the harbinger of happiness, as the
sootber Of my sorrows and the comforter otmy
soul" Suddenly, as if by secret inspiration, the
officer melted into pity, and falling PROSTATE
before the maiden, implored her forgiveness.
bade her rise, and think no moro Of what had
past; but, continued he, if YOU continue incor-
rigible in your attachment to Charles West
seen, you will compel me, to become your eve
cstioncr. Come, come, dry up those tears, and
prepare yourself for our temporary separation.
Thus saying he raised the PROSTATE virgin, i'm
printed kiss, and leaving the apartment, or
6ered the host to harness his horses; which
order was promptly complied with. Whilst
he host was busily engaged in obeying the
commands of his guest. the soldier, instructed
the hostess, that being suddenly called to the
North Western Army, he was compelled to
take his departure very abruptly, hnt contin-
ved no, IL she'll leave the young lady behind
me; and hark 'se, if before return she bold
Intercourse with any man, escape, your
life shall pay the forfeiture you will create. by
your neglect Of dutyw Tho old lady halter
rifed to death, vowed by St. Paul, that she
would be faithful to the trusts committed 10
her, when the officer placing in her hands m
ample purse of money, called the girl to the
room, and after having blessed her, and in
stern and stentorian voice bade her beware Of
having any intercourse with Charles Went
zeen, clasped her to his bosom, imprinted q
kiss upon her ruby lips, and hastily sprnging
to his carriage, departed for the frontier, to
j lin his comrades in arms, the soldiery .compos-
inq tho North Westcr,, Armv.