The National tribune., 1884-04-24

AT all events, he would not see defenSeleSS
old man killed before his face, while he had
strength and sense to make an effort. He
took critical view of every point and then,
with bound and yell, he leaped forward.
Exactly how he did it he could never tell.
lie caught the branching antiers, at the same
time striking with heavy force against the
stays shoulder; then, with all his strength
twisting the head backward and drawing it
towards him. he struck his foot with solid
kick against the leg nearest 10 him.
The effort was successful. He brought the
stag down upon his side, driving his nose into
the gravel and pressing his knees upon the
neck and shoulder. Then he shouted to the
Old gentleman 70 run. There was gate not
ten rods away, which he could easily reach.
Run for the gate and viii follow, was his
command, and the man had sense enough to
obey, and when he had almost reached it the
| lieutenant sprsng TO his feet and sped after
him. and before the demoralized beast could
recover his senses both the men were safe
Well, Young man, you have saved my life.
Don't you think SOP"
=" certainly think, sir that saved you from
great danger"
. Az, yon saved my life. Who are your"
Ayling was well satisfied that the old gentle
man was nothing less than retired admiral,
and he respected him accordingly.
q ain George Ayling, sir, lieutenant in
His Majesty's navy"
Are yeu the son OF Arthur Aging, the Lon
don wine merchant"
: / am sir-his only son."
Ay remember; gave word for him TO
the Admiralty when he was seeking to get a
place in the navy for his boy Really / am
glad that l have met you. And now, what are
yvu doing here2v
it struck the youth that if this man had
influence, and was al the sane time a friend
OF Sir Thomas. he might possibly help him I;
so, in a very delicate and modest manner, he
told the whole stoTy-told of his love for the
beautiful Lady Emeline-of her love for him,
OF his late interview with Sir Thomas, and of
the result.
The old nan laughed outright.
!" Oh, the old sea-dog What growler he
is But, young msn, do you come with me.
By st. George III give old Tom q piece of
ny mind. Come along; won't let him eat
you"
Ayling hesitated but for little time His
aged friend seemed so confident, and was so
pleasant, eager, so iovial, that be quickly
gave in, aud turned back with him towards
the Hall.
They had reached the broad graveled drive
way in front of The mansion when they discov-
cred the Lady 3iEeline herself upon the piazza,
sitting with her head bent upon her hand, like
one disceDsoiate
" Hold On" said the old man; +" Go you let me
go on IN advance and speak word with the
lady before you come up.' And without further
remark he fastened on.
Aging saw him ascend to the piazza saw
Emeline start quickly to her feet with an ex-
clamation Of surprise; saw him take her hand
and raise it 10 his lips; and then he spoke.
Presently the beautiful face was TRANSPORTED,
and the dear girl clapped her hands with a
cry of joy. The eager lover could larry no
longer he fastened forward. snd as he
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hand, the good old man babe them follow
him, and, as ne thus commanded. he turned
and strobe on in the direction of the old ad-
miral's s8nctum, the two lovers, hand-in- hand
following close behind.
Having arrived at the sanctum - or the
" Crowley" as It was more commonly called
they found Sir Thomas there alone. with pipe
IN his mouth, and cecanter and glass at his
elbow.
He saw the intruder. and was upon his feet in
an instant, his pipe dropped and broken, and
bis red face the picture of establishment.
What Sire! If my old eyes do not
deceive me- this is proud and happy
momenti"
" Hold on. Tom. l sm not to be welcomed
unless YOU can also welcome one of the best
and the dearest friends / have in the world
And here he is-Lieut Ayling. propose TO
make him q post-aptsin soon as possible
Say. old shipnate, shall we be welcome to-
gethe-?p
Ayling, as might be supposed, when he thus
discovered that it was his king whom be had
rescued from mortal peril, was deeply and
powerfully affected; but his senses did not
leave him,
He saw the pitiable situation of Sir Thomas,
and, III the goodness Of his heart, he moved
quickly forward 10 his relief
Sir Thomas" he said, extending bis hand,
" let Us FORGET the past"
. But don't forget mel" cried the king, jok-
inely.
No danger of Chat" responded Aging,
heartily, and with deep. true feeling. "When
British SEAMAN forge:s England's gallant
sailor-king we may lock for chaos come
again"
Well eaidi You are right. nv true hearted
boy!" exclaimed the old admiral plainly by
way Of setting himself right with his SOW
erelgn. and he grasped the youths out
stretched hand as he added" That sentiment
does you credit, my boy; and since His
Majesty-God bless and keep him i-avouches
for you should be traitor and renegade
indeed if could refuse thus to extend the
band OF friendship. Welcome. Welcome to
the pair Of you."
And then, having taken breath, he de-
manded: Sire. pray tell nae, how in the
world cld you get here? How came you, and
whcncee"
My dear old Tom, ] ran away from the
turmoil of the Court on purpose 10 get a day
Of blessed rest and recreation with you. I
came IN my own coach. and left it 1T the rear
gate OF your park, directing my groom TO Rnd
the stables as best he could while I took a
comfortable walk beneath your majestic old
oaks. But it came near TO being dear walk
10 me, aud il it had not been for cur brave and
gallant boy here-son Of one of the very best
friends heaven ever gave me-you might
never have seen William ". of England alive
again. But LII tel you about.it over pipe
and glass"
Shortly after this the two young people were
sent away TO look after the work of the
gardener, the king hailing our hero as he was
turning away
By the way, Lieutenant / don't like
that title. We must make il captain. You have
lost the stage-coaeh for to-day, so you may tarry
overnight, If Sir Thomas can find q bed for
YOU and ride back with me-"
And then the two old shipmates were left
TO themselves to reyel In the scenes and to
fight over again the battles of the times agone.
We will only add, before the young lieu
tenant left the Hall, be was permitted to hold
the Lsdy Emeline by the hand under the favor
OF blessed fortune, for the old admiral had
smiled upon then love and given his consent
10 their union
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