The Manitowoc pilot. [volume] (Manitowoc, Wis.) 1859-1932, 1911-11-16

helpless nan will scarcely clarity your
honor"
! knew from the unrelenting ex-
preston upon his face that my plea
was likely to prove perfectly useless
one. but before had ended 1t Mrs.
Brennan stood between us
Frank" she said calmly, "vou shall
not. This man is Confederate Off
Ger; he is no spy, and during al. the
events of last night he has proven
himself ;. friend rather than an enemy.
Only for my sake Is he here now"
Ignoring the look upon his face she
turned toward me, impetuously waved
aside the fellows who yet held me
PROSTATE. and OK ,nding her hand
lifted me to my feet. For an Instant,
as II by accident. our eyes m :. and
sudden flush swept across her
throat and cheeks.
1T is my turn now" she whispered
softly, so softly the words did not car
ry beyond my own ears. Then she
stood erect between us, as though in
, her own drawing room, and gravely
presented US to each other. as If she
dared either to quarrel longer in her
presence.
Major brennan, Captain Wayne"
We bowed to each other as men
salute on the duelling field. In his
eyes ! read an unforgiveness, bitter
personal enmity. which returned
Nth interest. and secretly rejoiced
over.
The lady seems TO be in control at
present" he said shortly. showing back
! the revolver into his belt. "Neverthe.
less ! shall do my military duty, and
hold you as a prisoner. May l inquire
your full -.ame and rank?"
Philip Wayne. Captain TIL Vlr'
! ginla Cavalry. Shirtley's Brigade"
why are you within our l!nes?"
81 attempted to pass through them
last night with dispatches, but was
prevented by my desire TO be OF as
sistance to this lady
''lndeed?" He smiled .ncredulously
"Youl tale is quite interesting and
rather romantic. | presume you yet
carry t papers with you as evidence
of its TRUTH"
III you refer to the dispatches. do
not. sincerely trust they are already
safely deposited in tho hands of the
one for whom t.ey were intended"
A malignant looi; crept into Bren,
mans face. and his Jaws set ominously
You will have to concoct far
better story than that, my friend, be
! fore you face Sheridan" he said In
solently, ''or you will be very apt &c
learn how rope feels. He is not
inclined to parley long with such fell
! lows as you. Bin his hands, men
and take him out with you into the
road"
The Two soldiers grasped me In
stantly at the word of command. Fol-
a single moment braced myself &c
resist, but even as did so my eyes
fell upon a slight OPENING; In the wall
and | caught quick glimpse OF Bun
gays face, his finger to his lips. Ever
as | gazed in establishment at this
sudden apparition. lighter touch
rested pleadingly on my arm.
40 not struggle any longer, Captain
Wayne spoke Mrs. Brennan's voice
gently. Il will go to General Sheridan
| myself, and tell h ' II entire story
bowed to her. and held out my
hands 70 be bound
Il yield myself your prisoner
.Aadam," | said I 0aningly. and not
unconscious that her glance sank be
fore nine II even imagine the bonds
may prove not altogether unpleasant
Brennan strobe between MS hastily
and with quick gesture - his men.
Bind the fellow" he said sternly
And mind you, sir. one word more
and they shall buck you as well. 4
may be valuable for you TO remember
that am in command here. however
may seem to yield to the wish O
Mrs. Brennan"
CTO BE CONTINUED)