For a moment the brothers stared at each other, and then Harry dropped his pistol into his pocket and strode forward to thrust his way into the bushes. Miles turned slowly to watch him, his expression betraying no more than a mild curiosity, which did not change even when Harry reappeared with Charmian’s inert figure in his arms. He stood, the point of his sword resting lightly on the ground, and looked thoughtfully at the unconscious girl.“So we silenced Rob Dunton just a little too late!” he said softly. “A pity!”“A pity!” Harry exclaimed explosively. “Is that all you can find to say? Damn it, man! do you not realize that she must have seen all that happened?”“Naturally, and I realize also that she must be secure within her room before she comes to her senses and starts to babble of it. Take her back to the house, and tell Lavinia not to leave her, or to let any servant come near her, until we have decided what is to be done. I will deal with this!” He touched Dunton’s body delicately with the toe of one polished boot.Harry scowled, and glanced down at the limp, dishevelled figure in his arms.
What do You think about The House At Bell Orchard?
