True American. [volume] (Steubenville [Ohio]) 1855-1861, 1857-12-09

said he Eye have brought me into a for
LaIic instead of hoselry." ....
ut is, in truth, somewhat Of both, and
as occasion requires serves for either; but
that little reckelh, thou shalt fine good
entertainment, and thy steed shall be
cared for"
1t was now too late to retreat, and the
cavalier dismounting. and giving his
horse 10 the groom, entered the building,
followed by his companions. He no
sooner seated himself than Scampgrace
again addressed him, "Sir Cavalier, you
must even give us up your papers and
arms, but when Major HoIdenburgh re-
turns, and is satisfied with thee and thine
errand, in the morning thou mayest de-
part without further question"
"By ST. George Of England" I" said the
cavalier, starting TO his feet, "thii is but
churlish--courtesy. Ye have invited me
hither, and now -"
"Small words will Suffice" replied
the other. "We have orders to guard
the mountain passes, and to arrest all
suspicious persons. So give up the pa
pers and weapons at once, and save us
the trouble Of taking them BY rougher
means
The eyes of the cavalier flashed with
anger al the cool determined manner of
the round. head, and he seemed as il dis
posed forcibly to effect his retreat; but
moments reflection showed him the mad
ness of such an attempt and un6uckling
his belt. he flung his sword on the table,
threw down his pistols, and declaring he
had no papers to submit, gloomily resu'
med his seat.
There was something in the air Of the
youth that repelled closer communication
with his captors, and made them reluct-
ant--ibey knew not why--to come TO
extremities, they forbore, therefore, to
search or lay hands on him, but in a
more respectful lone, invited him to par
take Of the cheer which had just been
laid on the board.
"Ah :" cried Scampgrace, "here comes
the daughter of our host. fair Ellen
Wynne, and | warrant for no other OBJ
ject but to see the young cavalier; for
well ] wot, Ellen, thou comest but rarely
among u.s."
She blushed at the words, and the cav
alier dashing his heavy locks from his
brow gazed with admiration on the mai.
den before him. Long tresses Of auburn
fell in siken luxuriance over her tight
Z bodice--her hazel eyes frightened with
her smiles, the lurking sweetness oil
: which played around her lips, that, part
ing, showed teeth of pearly whiteness-
her light, and graceful fgure-the lawn
like timidily of her approach, and thu
look Of interest which she gave the young
= stranger, might have aroused the attention
. of more apathetic gallant than he.
= "By mine honor, comrade," cried he
y "you spoke we'll in saying that the daugh
e ter OF our host was fair. Wilt tho
y pledge me, pretty maiden !-for on a sol
! dier's word, have never had such cup
n
. The maiden touched the goblet wit
her lips, and the youth, raising it in hi
. hand, exclaimed-"I drink to thee fai
" ~, Ellen, and good, leal, and true he ma
be, who kueels at the altar with such
BRIDE" Then draining the cup, he th'e'
:. it down. "'rbou vii, not refuse knig
-. ~ ly boon nor courtesy" added he, risin
:, from his seat and drawing sparklin
:, ring from his finger, which he placed. @
~ !" that Of the blushing girl-and then, wit
=" the customary gallantry Of the time
. drew her towards him and kissed h
~ cheek. But he had whispered somelhin
u in Ellen's ear that drove the blood fro
~ her face, and she stood as if petrifed.
:. The din of revelry was over in the ho
y telry-the soldiers slumbered on Il
~ ~, benches--and the prisoner sat alone
w w, the narrow chamber in which his humb
-: pallet had been spread. The dull tre'
-, of the guard, the howl Of the blast al
~, ~ the roar of the mountain torrent fl
~ ~ cheerless on his ear. the sickly fame
sS i"s the lamp seemed like the waning Of ho
"L 'J and the loneliness Of the hour added M
ua NO ancholy to his musings"
nd "Fool that | was" he exclaimed 8
st. have left the open heath for this palt
ma prison, where am at the mercy Of I
10 deadliest enemies. Would TO God h
or nv good steed once more under me, a
bv the sword in my grasp, these prickeal
ce dogs would hardly again vile me il
ms their lure. Fool fool that | was,"
repeated. as chatting like piisoned
ent ger, he hurriedly paced the apartme
A light step was heard approaching
and cavalier suddenly paused-immediat
the door Of his apartment was caution
; /" opened, and Ellen Wynne, pale aud
,b,. itated, and bearing asmal lamp, gil
and noiselessly 10 his side. Her long ]
- hung dshevelled over her heaving bos
,on. her eyes were glistening with tears.
!, her hand trembled as she placed the Ia
.nd upon the hearth.
ions "My fair Ellen" cried the Cavalis
that fash Of joy Frightening his features.
lier, knew thou woulds't not belray me-
de- aBeEay thee!' cried the msit
,lry. clasping her hands, ''never! never!
le,," alasl to aid thee exceeds my power