The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1860-07-07

ulah IN forced 10 appear before you unveiled"
I'VE can't stand upon nice custom always" re-
marked Alcassim.
"Our honor shall be her safe protection" added
the knight.
Gabriel shook his head and said nothing, though
he was evidently thinking great deal.
Doris withdrew, and presently reappearea, lead
ing the maiden by the hand who, when she saw
the young knight trembed perceptbly, though
her salutation was composed and dignihed. When
she had noticed those who were present, she sat
down upon the soft cushion which The hostess had
arranged before the fire, and for little while re-
manned busy with her own reflections. she was III
truth n beautiful maiden people said the most
beautiful in all Cordova. She was nineteen years oil
age; of medium stature, and most eleganvprQpor-
lions with sken hair Of glossy blackness; deep dark,
lustrous eyes, the lashes OF which dropped with
q dreamy sweetness; cheeks full and round; the
finely carved, and lips like blushing fruit just
bursting into delicious ripeness Her skin was as
pure and fair aabsser its warm, rich tints alone
beuaying her Moorish origin
Sir Leon gazed upon her until he was lost in Won
der at her transcendent beauty; nor was he re-
called to himself until she raised her eyes towards
him. AS he met her glance 80 iul Of delicate graft
tude, his tongue was loosed, and he found speech.
Fair lady he said 81 trust that have not
ntruded upon you. might not have brought my
self thus in your way had not this storm driven
me IN"
kind sir ;, she replied, quickly and earnestly,
''you do me wrong If you think could regard your
presence as intrusion. Indeed owe you too
much. Rather let me feel that am the intruder"
wicked robbers rushing on in the rear, fancy we
should not be too particular touching the place or
method OF our retreat interposed Gabriel coming
| 70 his masters assistance
"The man speaks wisely" said Doris.
AYE and truly added Alcas-m.
"Then ven make ourselves as comfortable as
| possible. and put up with what We cannot help,
| responded the esquire; and thus speaking he set
| tied back into his seat as though he would leave
| others to carry On the conversation.
The lee was now 50 far broken that Leon was
u a. al
| especially as he believed that he could detect
in her look willingness, if not desire, 10 con-
verse with him.
| somewhat inqusitV.: but | Am anxious TO know
| how the danger you have 20 narrowly escaped
| came upon yon.
'Surely, -r >" she replied, raising her ius.rous
| eyes till their beams fell upon him with witching
| power, 'you Of all Others, have the right 70 know
| and when have told yoI my story you will not
feel that the death which has overtaken the das-
tardly wrotches at your hands was undcserved
| II has been my custom, for sonie time, 10 ride
| about the country with my female attend
| ants, though my father supposes that ] do
| not venture beyond the limits Of our gardens
| and palaces without the protection OF stOuter
arms. To-day, however, the sweet and balmy
breeze lured me further away , started out Win
four os my trusy females, and, instead Oh tNrning
back when ought, kept on ~ the mountains.
We had rested our horses awhile beneath some
trees and We're ,tpun the point OF starting upon our
return, when four h0rse'ren dashed out from
thicket directly upon W. so quick We're THEN mo-
Gons, and so startled were We, that my companions
were captured ere resistance could be thought OF.
heard the shouts Of the rufians, and was quickly
assured that they were robbers, and that they be-
longed 10 the band of the terrible Miiumolin. One
stout villain seized my horse by the bit, but the
noble animal broke from him and started away.
could not help my poor companions would
have done il had the power been mine
alas, they were beyond my reach As my horse
darted away, two of the robbers hurled their
javelins after him, and one Of the cruel weapons
was buried in his side. But he did not stop
he did not slackcn his speed. He knew that he
was pursued, and he put forth all his strength.
BY and by the storm came and that seemed for
the time 10 revive him. The two robbers were
very near 10 me hen the clouds burst; but as the
cold rain poured upon my fevered beast, be dashed
forward with new strength. and finally brought me
10 your kind care and protection. o. sir, cannot
tell you how grateful am.o
"And yet lady" returned the knight in q sub
dued tone, but with kindling eye, you cannot
be more grateful than am"
The maiden cast her eyes upon the floor. for she
knew not what 10 say. That she thought much,
afraid TO speak-almost afraid again TO meet the
gaze Of her prcservcr Gabriel, however, seemed
TO understand the matter, for he shook his head
with the old meaning look, and then turned the
conversation upon the robbers.
"They are reckless set,' said the vinedresser,
"and many a crusade has been made against them,
but they sannS be oysrSSme =, Thsr number 3; are
mountains are impregnable And. moreover. their
mighty cheftain, Miamolin, is crafty as he is
bold and wicked
II have heard" remarked Leon, that this
Miramoin was once shek OF noble standing in
Cordova."
The vine dresser looked towards Lnluh,. as
though she were best qualified TO answer this ques-
ton.
al have hcard,r she said directing her glance
once more upon our hero, &" that Miranolin il
nephew Of the great rebel Omar Ben Hats. lie
comes of stock fond Of rebellion and blood and
il a most lifting representative. He is q daring
man and a wicked one"
- should like " meet him. muttcrei Leon.
"No, no. cried the maiden, quickly, 4" there Il
no need Of that she seemed 10 realize that she
had betrayed an unusual emotion, for she cast her
eyes again upon the floor with unmi-takeable marks
OF confusion.
Gabriel looked into his masters face. ana when
lac saw the expression which rested there he shook
his head with more meaning than before, The
host, however had noticed nothing unusual, and
he went on talking about the robbers until his good
wife called bis attention 10 the making oi provision
for entertaining their guests through Tie night.
al do not think il would be safe fer Inc 10 ven
ture upon my return in this Storm" said Lulsh
bending her ear 10 the bowling blast aud beating
rain.
Mercy" exclaimed Doris. horriaed o. tho
thought. You could not live ia such time.
No. no--we will afford you such shelter ~ our
poor cot wiz eiior', and in the morning hope the
storm may be passed"
so il was arranged that they should al remain
through the night, aud at an carly hour prepare
tons were made for retiring. The hostess took
Lulah with her into her own apartment, whAe her
husband provided FOR Leon and Gabriel.
At an carly hour in the morning our hero was
ssir and upon going out of doors be found the sun
Just rising, bright aud clear. over the mountains.
The storm had been q severe one, a. WAS evident
1op, the deep gii'ies upon tho hillside, and the
swollen, rushing river; hut all calm now oveT.
head and the roads were not damaged. lie called
Gabriel away and took o walk around the bluff
My master" said the esquire, after they had
walked some distance in silence, :. I suppose you
mean 10 accompany the lady Lulah back to tho
city!'' NJ
.:Qf course answered the knight, without rails
ing his eyes.
perhaps you would Ike TO have me give up my
horse, that won from that rcbber, aud take my
sclf along on foottn
IL had thought Of that, Gabriel"
$50 supposed But, don't you think Il would
be safer FOR me 10 bear the lady company, and
leave you 10 tujge alone!'