D'Artagnan, the King Maker — page 293: what you’re looking at

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276 To Save the Queen. “TI can depend on your sending the duke?” “As on my being between you and danger! Lisbon rages! hark! but there may be enemies nearer home!” She hesitated a little. He was accusing those on whom she relied—old upholders, proven friends! “In that main building, whence all the menials have been withdrawn, the rooms you will reach are barri- caded.” ‘Do you suspect something?’ She pointed to the par- tition. “In rebellion I suspect all! But some one comes “It may be the duke % ‘Not with that fox’s step! Your lord marches proudly now. Go, your grace, if you would be styled majesty! Next time that is how I shall have the honor to address you! Remember, it is my place to guard your grace, as captain of the Royal Guards.” Respectful and imperious, odd mixture! La Braganza nodded grateful without knowing for what, and dived into the outlet, warmed by a sudden thought. The door glided to behind her, so swiftly that D’Artagnan, who was not listening to her, could not hear her murmur: “T have no fear that he will play me foul who loves my maid!” 93 Eomicbooks,..co