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to a place in the wood, where they would join him, make the best of their way to the water, get on board a trading vessel, and sail into Turkey.

He, frightened with apprehensions of being discovered, staid not to consider about this strange wild plan; but instantly left them, though on the road his heart misgave him that some way they intended to deceive him; but he went on, called up the people at an inn, and ordered a carriage directly to be ready, resolved to go back in it to the house.

It was some time, however, before he could execute his purpose, and the day began to appear as they drove through the wood.—He went to the appointed spot, no one was there, and he proceeded to the house. The doors were fastened, he knocked, and at length the servant came down and let him in. He asked if the Lady and Mr. Bissot were ready?—She had not seen them.—He went up stairs, knocked at the Lady's door,