The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1892-09-11
By Lily TinsleY,
.CoPYRIeHr, 1892, BY TrLLorsoN & Son.
was not slow to turn his power to the utmost

few moments suflced with him for the
construction OF plan which placed Leo's
future rejection Of his authority, it seemed,
out Of the question.
10 silence him now was the principal OBJ
Ject, and II in such way as 10 break his
spirit utterly, so much the better.
10 this end with many and most frank
apologies for his former ti-timed cnaf,
Royal promised to seek at once the sum
which the lad named, at any rate an oppor-
tunity for him to earn it,
The latter's idea was so agreeable to Leo's
taste, presenting as il did something 70
work upon in the future, that be told him
self he had been hasty III his judgment OF
bis friend, and responded in a manly way
to his apologies
Half an hour later he more than Endorsed
these feelings for having parted from him
for that length Of time, just sufficient for
hlm TO put in train trick be meant to play
like his partner that night. Royal returned
with the offer of help be bad promised.
The Office be proposed was simple. 1t lay
In Leo being the bearer OF letter to a Mr.
Haviland at Huntingford House, so simple
and apparently so easy task that Leo did
not hesitate for a moment to undertake it,
the more readily that deeming his late sus-
piclons so unjust, be was inclined rather 20
overrate Royals desire TO serve him.
Thus, Just a.. having made all secure in
the library at Huntingtord House, Mr. Havi-
land wa0 about TO quit the room he heard a
knock ct the hall door, which, on being
opened, showed him the figure Of young
man with note in his hand, who said in
pleasant voice:
Il have note for Mr.. Haviland, which 1
am TO deliver to him direct"
Such had been Royals directions, and he
had added an admonitIon to leave the rest
to hun, and, above all, to make the most of
any chance which might occur
Il am MIR. HavilRnd," said that gentle
man, going forward and taking the note
1t was addressed in a sinRulsrly irregular
hand. The true Lawrence Huntingford,
In spite of his good birth, had had little or
no education. He had fatty refused to go
to school to be made a butt Of, and since
tutor for him had been an expense beyond
his fathers means. and one OF which he
stoutly declared he would not avail himself
II procured, he was allowed to 90 on his
own way. The result was, he had grown
up as utterly untaught as street boy,
point at once for aud against his living rep
resentative, for while the dead mans writ
ing was easy to initiate from its utter lack
Of style, to any one 30 well versed in the art
as the Rat and Royal at piuch), his we'll
known Ignorance made his cousins we'll
informed mind often a cause of fear lest it
should betray him.
Mr.. Hayiland, therefore, unhesitatipgIy
pronoun cd the letter to be In Sir Law
rences writing, and at once proceeded to
open it.
HE has sent the key Of the safe, per-
haps," was his thought. But the SUPPOSE
ton proved Incorrect
The envelope merely contained the fol-
lowing short note:
Dear Mr.. HAviland-Meeting Mr.. For
roster the secretary have lately engaged,
here at the station, | hasten to place MIN at
~ aWswrfra ,-ar l..
you should think extra precaution neces-
sary In the matter you know of. You need
tell him nothing, but if you want a sentinel
use him. He can easily sleep in the library,
and you will then sleep peacefully IN your
room. Yours, in haste.
Lawrence HUNTINGFoRD.
"P. S.-Wll you be kind enough to see
that Forester has some refreshmsnt before
going on duty. He is but lad and nerv-
Gus, and far from strong, think"
1t was q bold stroke OF Royals, but the
very daring carried IL through; the authors
personal audaclty did the rest
There he was, stepping by Leo into the
hall, portmanteau in hand and with all the
appearance of having coms from journey.
"Ha FOrresteTm he said with a nod to
Leo, who stood awaiting orders, and not
little surprised to see bis friend % appear
on the scene. Then extending his hand
with his most engaging smile to Mr.. Havi-
land, he said gayly: ''Mr. Haviland, am
sure, by the likeness to Lord John N,
which Is so well known. 1 met Sir Law
renee at the station, and he told me to drop
in and dine with YOU"
Royal knew well the old geDtleman's vul-
nerAble point when he touched upon the
likeness. There was indeed none, but TO be
compared even TO so great a man as MILFORD
was shaft Of hattery to which no man
OF James Haviland's stamp could be insen-
sible.
It did float dimly through his mind that
be would rather have been without straug-
ers In the house. but placing implicit faith
In the letter, he did not consider young Leo
as suoh, and 80 determined TO balance mat
ters through him, especially as, even had he
not been most favorablY impressed by
Royals manner he could hardly have used
his authority to the extent of denying such
authenticated hospitality to one OF his
friends.
Delighted to be allowed to play deputy
host to you, my dear sir - he said with no
little enlpressment to the scheming villain.
Then, he added, turning TO Leo, "Mr For
roster, this letter recommends you to a
slight duty. Win you follow mep And
be led the way into the library, adding;
ut Is merely to sleep In this room tonight.
will send you some supper, and" he
paused, stayed by the look of astoulshment
ject to these ordersp he asked, sharply.
II scarcely know, sir: l am afraid fall
tered Leo, utterly unable to comprehend
the strange turn Of affairs Royal how
ever, settled the matter, and put the crown
ing point upon his audacity by saving
lightly, to hide the hidden meaning:
"None too hard duty, young man, aud
you will be well paid, warrant you. Come,
Mr.. Haviland," seizing that genteman's
arm, anxious to end the very risky bust
ness, don't give him any choice"
~ am willing enough" said poor Leo,
"but--"
II assure you, young man, have abso-
Lutte authority in this house, said Bavi-
land, on his side quite at loss to under
stand the meaning of the supposed secre-
tary's reluctance to obey his orders.
AT this he accompanied Royal with some
dignity into the dining room. where he him
self saw that the young mans supper was
sent TO him, Royal on his part suggesting
the addition OF glass Of port, indeed, ad-
ding it with his own hands.
This having been carried into the library,
Mr.. Haviland took occasion to slip into the
hall and turn the key of the door nolselessly
and retain 1t Ia his possession.
This done, he returned to the dining
room, perfectly satisfied that he bad made
certainty sure, gave himself up TO enjoy
ment after his own heart Royal following
bis example with as much GOODNESS as il be
had not deliberately walked into the lions
jaws, the eating up process being at any