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31‘ H33 L591 9‘ 33! Iii} w! broad, heavy frame, the same bull-like neck” the same lowe:ing brow, and the same sensual mouth and eye. He was Ludovico, Manfred’s son and only child. If physical strength and mere brute force could make a 1 L 14â€" ,.A.--- ,J..-..... a”, man, then the prince might lay some claims to manhood, for he possessed coarse muscle enouah, and was, moreover, a. noted bravo. “; ow, Ludovico, how goes the play? Have you made a passage to-day?” “Ayeâ€"that have I,” returned the prince, rubbing his hands with evident satisfaction. “Ahâ€"and I can see that you have come ofi' the victor.” “Surely I have.” “But who were the contestants against thee?” “There were three of them.” “Not all together?” “No, but Hugh de Castro was the third one.” “What! And have you met and over- come my captain? “Verily have I.” “Then by Saint Ambrose, you need not fear, for I have held Htwh de Castro to be the best lance in Lombardy, and I know that he is accounted the stoutest knight. But was the joust a fair one? Did you meet him “Then, my Son, tomorrow’s day is yours. If you have worsted Hugh de Castro, you ma. safely challenge any knight who may ma 'e his appearance at our tournament. I shall expect great deeds on the morrow. We must make it a brilliant time. Some- thing must be done to entertain the people, for they are growing restive. I must stop their grumbling.” “At what do they grumble?” “0,1 they find matter in their own fancies for complaint. They think that the interests of the city are not properly looked after. and that the marts of trade are not sufficiently protected.” __ .â€" - . ..‘ - ‘ opegly?” OUTUAST 0F MILAN VIN..- . “Ayeâ€"I met him upon an even footing, lance to lance and sword to swordâ€"two separate boutsâ€"and I overcame him in both. He acknowledged the defeat.” “ In short,” added Ludovico, with a. dark scowl, “ they say that. Manfred oppresses them. ” vâ€"E‘HYes, my son,” replied the duke, biting his 1i_p_s. - u.‘ s ~ . u .- 1 J “I would like to do it, Ludovicoâ€"bun ’twould not be safe now. “'e’ll give the raSCals some entertainment, and thus en- courage the hucksters ; and, my son, if you bear away the prize tomorrow, it will help wonderfully to bring the masses to our feet ; for these villains have some pride in the success of their own princes, and if you bear down all foreign champions, you will com- mand the praises of these discontented ones.” “ II have heard the complaints,” continued the prinee, “ and some of the rascals are open in their noisy clamor. They say you tax them too much ; and that in return you do not afford them the protection to which they are entitled. I have heard these things until my ears have heard enough ; and the sooner we put a. stop to it the better.” “ Ah, my son, that is not so easily done.” “ Give the power into my hands, and I’ll soon stop it. I’ll hang every man that dares to complain. Serve a. few of the snarling dogs thus, and the rest would soon keep quiet.” .‘ ..‘ . Q I. Y 1 0 ‘I “ Sir, if that will help you with our sub- jects, be sure you shall be helped,” cried Ludovico, witha self-assured clap of his hands. “I am resolved to succeed. My arm is strong, and my heart is firm ; and a stronger knight than any in Milan must come if any opposition is to bear me down." “And now,” pursued the prince, speaking in a lower ‘one, “What of Rosabel 2’ How much longer is she to toy and trifle with us?" “ I am glad to hear you say so, my son , -,am1 what 13 more, I feel assured that you will succeed. “Not punch,” replied the duke with energy. “ N'he has recovered from her ill- ness ; and when this tournament is over, we will turn (‘L'LI' attentionto the nuptials." “ By the spirts of night,” exclaimed the prince, strunping his foot upon the floor, “ I am not to l e put off longer by the whinings of a. sick gi '1. I know her disposition, and I know wit:= what feelings she regards my- self : but it at; all one to me. The castle of Bez-gamo goes with Rosubel's hand, and that castle I am hound to have.” “And that, castle you shall have !” added Manfred. “ As soon as the tournament is over, and the settlements n mde, vou shall have Rosalml of Bertramo for vour wife, even thouwh she be sick In her be:d. S0 rest as- sured touching that matter.” “ Hz- \ e \m: hemd from the young armor- e1 since -1e h ft \Ii Ian. "” “I hemd from him once, and he was then pursuing his way to the northward, begging as he went. W'e will have no more trouble fr m1 him.” “ I hope not,” said Ludovico, musingly. “ Should he ever make his appearance here again he would have many friends. He was pop::';-.:- with the rubble. He was the leader in all theirspmts, and their teacher in at- hletic exercises ;aml I have heard that there was much i:1:l:;:§na.tion among them when he was banished. However, his crime was so flagrant that they could not excuse him.” At this 3 izzcture, some of the officers who had chm ' eof preparing f01 the approachinu tom'nunu- m 1:1ade their appearance, and Ludovim withdrew. On the folimving morning the city of Mil~ an was all :wtir. From the ducal palace, and from the lowest hovel, came the note of preparation. There had been no grand ex- hibition of the kind for several years, and the people w ere anticipatingr a rare entertain- n1e11t.It was known that kniwhts were to be pm usent from all the great cities, and the thinUh d been planned on a «rand scale. At ea1lv dav 11 the peasants began to flock : and by the time the sun was two hours high the e1t§ was. full.‘ The: ground where the tournament was to be held w: .S in the eastern part of the town, close by the banks of the Saveso, and spaci- ous enough to accommodate all who might v ish to attend. The enclosure for the lists was a quadrangle, some two hundred yards long, by fifty in width, and upon one of the longest sides was a. raised platform, or dais, spread with a carpet, and‘covered by a silk- en canopy, with seats for quite a number of penznns. Only one of these seats was pecul- iar ;â€"it was a. chair of velvet and gold, near the edge of the platform, with a crown of roses upon the centre post of the back. By nine o’clock the whole vast space about the enclosure was filled with eager spectators ; and, to occupy the time until the hour for the jousting, a few prizes were ofi'ered for the athletes. The wrestlers were gazed upon with the most interest, and the prize was borne off by a stout artizan named Michael Totilla. He was a handsome fellow, not more than five-and-twenty, and in his bearin a. gentle- man}: Hg lug-led gtrgng men to t e grouné some claims "Hoff Evbfxl'd‘ 11$}; ' done so joyfully, but he would not permit it. He said I must stay and take the shop. You remember his property was all confiscated, and I managed p .L _ -1.) aka“ “Jan-.. LS“ r” " 'v . - . so get possessmn of the old shop where his father had worked before him. Nowhe would not listen to my going with him. 0, I wish he were a, spurred and bolted knight, and in these lists to-day! There’s not a. buckler in Lombardy could withstand his blows. But, alas! he is not hereâ€"and he never will be again !” wne‘n it"caTme 't'é a. bout at flsmcuft's he was soon without a competitor. “ Ah,” said the vismor, as he walked away with the prize, “ I never knew but one man who could throw me;” “ Did you ever know one?’ asked a. by- stander. “ Yes,” replied Michael. “My youn master was stronger than I. He coul throw me as easily as I threw yonder lout butcher. Ah, my good, kind friendâ€" wish I knew where he was at this moment !” “When he was banished from Milan, whyAdid'nt you follow him ‘3” 11 ‘ 1,_- .. :-..r.-‘n-_ 1..-; Hark! The trilmpets sound, and the great gate at the upper end of the enclosure is thrown open ; and while the guard keep back the crowd, the duke and his train ride in, and approach the dais ; and when they had dismounted, their horses are led away. Rosabel of Bergamo occupies the golden chair, and over her shoulder is thrown a. scarf of crimson silk richly wrought with silver, and bearing the device, within a wreath of silver laurel leavesâ€"“ To the Con- queror." The princess is very beautiful, and she acknowledges the adoration of the multitude by a graceful how; but it is plain to be seen that she is not happy. She has no heart in the grand pageant, and it is with an effort that she sustains herself under_the gaze of so many eyes. “ Have ”the athletes "contended for the prize?” asked the duke of one of the her- alds who stood near him. “ Yes, my lord.” “ Who won at wrestling?” ‘ ‘ Michael Totilla. ” “ And who bore off the palm at boxing ‘2” “ The same, my lord.” “ “hatâ€"Michael Totilla. again ‘3” “ Do you mean the artizan who has taken Orlando V endorme’s shop?” “ Yes, my 101d.” “ I think he was a workman with Ven- dorme ! “By the mass !" muttered Manfred to himself, “this stout armorer may need looking after. His success may make him a. hero; and if heb (wins to pmte of his out;- cast master, his “$01113 may have some weight, with the people.” “ He was, my lord. He learned his trade with the elder Vendorme.” The trumpets sound again; and now a. score of knight-s enter the enclosure and ap- proach the dais; and as they pass the cano- pied seats, they salute the duke, and make a low obeisance to the fair Princess of Bergamo. They area noble train, and right bravely do they hear themselves .in their saddles. The Prince Ludovico takes the lead. He is known by his crest. And Hugh de Castro comes next. He is known by the captain‘s baton, which he has retained in his hand. But who is that knight near the end of the trainâ€"he with the silver cross upon his breast-plate? The duke is eager to find him out: hut no one can inform him. A herald is sent for, and Manfred asks who is the knight of the Silver (.‘l'USS. "Haâ€"as I live, here comes Alfonso of \Iodena. himself. He shall give me know- ledue ofthe strange kniIth." The Count of Mode-nit had entered with the knights, some of “hom were from his citv, and \\ hile they lode around the list he ascended the dais, when: he was warmly welcomed by the duke, and presented to Rosubel. 37 “A noble company, said the count, as the Cavalcade xode mound 11 second time. “A3 0, 111051; truly,” replied Manfred. “Some of Lhen1,I think, are from Modem!" ‘ \ es. “Do 3 on observe that roynl- looking knight of the Sili el Crossâ€"the fourth flom the rear?” “Yes.” “I am told he is from your city.” “He may be.” “Do you know his name?” “You fornet yourself, my lord duke,” re- turned the count, with a smile. “The kniwht wears his \‘1/or down, which 13 a. sign thathewould1emuin i11com1ito; so, e1 en C,if I knew him, I should violate one of LI; 0 most sacred rules. of our order mere 1 to reveal him; for I, too, am a knight of the Silver Cross.” “I cafnnot‘, tell you, my lord. I think he is from Modena; but further than that I know not. ” Manfred bit his lip he dau‘etl not push the he knew too well what were. Hark! 'l‘heheralds’ trumpets sound again, and ere long eight knights are separated from their companions, and remain in the centre of the list. They divide into two parties, of four each, and retire to opposite sides of the paling. In one party is the stranger knight of the silver cross; but the chief knights of the tournament are not in this joust. The word is given by the duke, and the heralds sound the blast of onset. The knights start, with their lances poised, and the shock of the encounter seems to shake the very ground. Five of the knights go downâ€"three upon one side and two upon the other. He of the silver cross has one companion, and together they set upon the nillc!‘ three. Two more are unhorsed, and not a whole lance is left. The stranger knight is alone against two,and as he draws xzis battle-axe the others do the same. The blows fall thick and fast, and very soon he of the glittering cross has but one opponent, hd that is a stout knight of Milan. “ By the mass 2” cries the duke. bringing .is clenched fist down upon his knee, “ that . ~llow wields his axe right manfully. Saint Peter, what a. blow was that ! Ha ! seeâ€" the stout Milanese is down ! By my faith, 1 would know whose face is hid beneath ; that vizor.” The duke was not the only one who had eagerly watched the fray. In a. far corner, close by the paling, stood Michael Totilla, the stout armorer, and as he saw the battle progress he seemed' moved by a strange emotion. “ By Saint Paul !” he cried, as the strang- er knight wielded his axe, “ there is but one man living who knows those sweeps. If I am not dreaming, then my young master’s spirit inhabits that knightly armgr.” L “ What is it you sa§ ‘3” 'asked a. smith who stood near. am." - m. m... we-..“ . -_.-.. J -- --- .. can it be 1’” Michael Totilla. was in trouble; and with clasped hands and straining eyes he gazed eagerly after the p'rgud victor. ‘ “ Nothingâ€"nothmgfi’ returned Michael. “ Ha. !â€"Look. ' Downo goes the Iron knight! \ow Ikpow thaf, loftv_ muiage. O D_God fl I be not deceived ! Ana yetâ€"how: )3 Wan-4119“ . with vexation; but matter further, for the laws of chivalry rout the air- .9 film I‘HE VVA'ICH}YIAN._ LlhlpSAY, THURSDAY, APRIL 21, I892. Knmnmfll’a am"c'1""~51‘C53$ sat atone in his saddle after 1118 fallen companions and con- testants had been helped from the field. He rode around the list tWice, in an easy, ads. “ What does the knight demand?” asked Manfred: sraceflfl manner, and then stopped near the i The prmcéss saw. this to herself, but Al- fonso heard it, and as he moved to’ his seat he shook his head, muttering, in an under- tone : “ Ahâ€"if I mistake not, love is prying be- neath the casque of the brave knight !” Ha ! See ! The two knights have turned 9.1: nnhnqifp sides Of the list“ and the trum- u He challenges now to single combat any knight who dares oppose him.” ‘7 Bid him send me his name.” “ He will not do it, my lord, He says if he is vanquished, his victor may remove his vizor, when some one present may recog- nize him. On the other band, should he prove the Vlchor, he must bare hls head to receive the prxze.” “ Audacious ! Does he think we will find brave kmghts to engage him upon such terms} _He_must give his name.” _- n “ My lord duke,” whispered Alfonso of Modena, “you forwet the laws. VVhlle a knight. keeps his saddle, or stands upon his feet, his ‘face is his own. He of the Silver Cross is right. Have you not some cham- pion to engage him?” “ Yesâ€"a score of them,” cried Manfred. At this point Ludovico approached in“ fathei‘fland whispered to him aside : “What shall be the arrunrrcment with this fellow?” he asked. “ First” returned the duke, “ do you know wh!) he is?” 77“ N041 banhot learn. I only hear that he is from Modena.” “But, my son, what think you of .his prowess? Can you overcpmg: him. 9” A “ Ayeâ€"that I can. The iron knight was too clumsy. Give yourself no uneasiness.” “ Then I shall arange it after my own Bleasure. Hugh de Castro shall engage him first, and you shall immediately afterwards fight the victor. Thus you will come fresh to the field. Do you understand?” Ludovico, with a lurkin smile, said yes. Very soon afterwards t 10 captain of the dukc‘s guard rode into the list, and picked up the auntlet which had been thrown down by the ‘night of the Silver Cross. THE VICTOR ! “ Look,” said the duke, speaking to one of his heralds, and pointing,r to where a. strange party had taken position near the northeastâ€" ern angle of the enclosure. There were four knights fully armed, a. servant, and a. fair- huired boy, and this was the first time the duke had seen them. “Goand find out who those knights are. If they would enter the lists, they shall have opportunity, and if they would only look on to see others sport, they may have room upon the dais.” The herald Went upon his mission, and The herald went upon his when he returned, he reported “The knights thanked you very gracious- ly, my lord, but they will not leave their saddles, as they may not remain long. It is a party of Sir Frederic Von Brunt, of Saxony, on their way home from Home.” “And the boy is his son, I suppose?” “I think it very likely, my lord.” Alfonso of Modena had seen the party al- luded to, and for a few moments he seemed deeply movedâ€"So much so that he could not; sit quietly in his seat. He had heard the conversation between the duke and the herald, and as SUCH as the latter had gone, he turned to Manfred, and remarked: “I see Sir Frederic Von Brunt yonder. He Is an old fric 1d of mine. I thinkI wil go and speak with him." A. ‘ L'i._ 0 “Ah, |then you know the natty, Sir Count?” “Are yml going to speak with him?” “I haul thought, of It." “Then hmu‘ to him mulhis party my greet- ing, and tell them that the ho.<pita.lity of my palace is theirs." 1 “.L -... I... .uJ ‘1..-“v- -.., _-_,- Alfonso hastened away, and when he reached the place where the Saxon knights rested in their saddles, he bowed to Von Brunt, and then made his way straight; to the boy. - . A‘- u u -1AI,1_LL-‘. Vn-v J “ Ah, my lord of Modem." said the latter, speaking hastily, as though he would pre- vent the countfs suluLaLion, “ did you think it worth your while to seek 'J‘hcodore of Hau‘thurg '3" “ )1y 3, “ Hush ! Sir Frederic Von Brunt is leader of this party. If you have any ohcisâ€" ance to make make it, to him. But 1am ’ 7â€"- A - v uunvv vv -.-~-___7 , glad you have come. Not long since I sent a. young 1mm unto you f0 ‘ a favorâ€"his name was Vcndorme.” “ He came, my lord, and he is here to- day." up. 3, “ Hebâ€"I thought so. That is he whose gauntlet Sir Hugh de Castro has just picked “ Yes.” “I was sure it could he no other. By our Lady, he is a. valiant knight, and he honors the Silver Cros's.” “ Aye, my lonlw" “A little more care. Alfonso. IfI am lord of Hurthurg, it need not be known here. Remember. See! the knights are ready for the tilt. I will see you, Sir Codnt, after the sports are over.” L‘, “LL _.._J WW. WW W .W - 7 \Vhen Sir Hugh de Castro came forth and picked up the gauntlet. another shout went up from the multitude hut not such as went up on the former occasion. Dc (Tastro was known to he a powerful knight, hut he was not loved by the people, and it was may to see that the great sympathy on the present occasion was not with him. While the pre- liminaries were being arranged, the Count of Modena returned to the dais, and as he passed the golden chair, he thought that the Princess Rosahel looked very pale. He stopped, and rested his hand upon her arm. He had been a warm friend of her father’s, and he felt a. deep in tercst in herself. 7 - >A~- -_L wA-\‘ ..v -v-- ._-- A W F _ . “ Sweet lady,” he saxd, m a low, earnest tone, “ you are not well.” .. I . -L.1..L1AA one, " you ul'U uUU w (211.. She gazed up into 1118 face with a. startled look, but when she saw who it; was, and be- held the kindness of his expression, she was calm again. __ i. - ‘ . u 111 L L1-1_ " 1 am very wcu, mm Sand, w»- ..---.. excitement may move me to weakness. You, my lord, are of Modena. I have heard that yonder brave knight is from the same cipy. Perhaps you know him ‘2” T Annnh“ W“... -.-_,. _ -____.rr v “I do know him, lady, but I cannot break my vow. While he is in the list his secret is sacred. Did you fancy that you recggnized ‘hirr‘l ‘2” .1 ‘ 0 1- i -_... .‘A 17n:n1\+_ 1 Cuusnnnuvu .o- N o, my lordâ€"that isâ€"I know no knight at all like him in bearin .” ‘ “ Rest easy, sweet la. y. If he wins the prize, you will be the first to see his face.” “ Do you think he will win ‘2” “ I don’t know, but I think the chances are in his favor,” SC 2‘6-4Jmne huvillJ” :rgnxirery well,” she said, “ but this ”I-.. --... CHAPTER IV. Ha ! See !‘ The two knights have turned ' at opposite sides of the list, and the trum- j pets sound a loud blast. Like arrows shot from the archer’s how they leave the paling, and as they approach each other all breaths are hushed, and every heart holds from its heating. They meet with a terrific shockâ€"both lances are shivered to atoms, and de Castro’s shield is bent, but both riders keep on, though the duke’s captain finds it hard work to regain his balance in his saddle. New lances are brought, and very soon the charge is sounded again. But Hugh de Castro is not steady in his seat. He has not recovered from the shock. His left arm is weak, and the shield trembles. He dashes on, however, but not to conquest. When the meeting comes, he is thrown backward from his saddle, and lies helpless upon the ground. Does Hugh de Castro claim further trial? “N 0. lie could not contend if he would. Another shout rent the air, and praises of the gallant victo: u ere upon every lip. How grandly he bore himself, and how rraccfully he swept around the enclosure after his second victory. As he approached the dais where sat the judge he east down his gauntlet again, and in a moment more Ludovico rode in and picked it up upon the noint of his lance. When the duke saw this he gave orders to the heralds to sound anoth-- er onset. “ N o, no,” cried a. loud voice from a fur corner. “By the Samt of Milan, that is not fair. Give the brave knight/A rest !” “ It is not fair ! It is 116i; fair !” arose from every part of the vast concourse. .‘n l‘ “ My lord duke, ” said Alfonso of Modena, “ you will not surely allow the brave champion to be worried down thus. Let some others take the list while he has time to breathe.” "20,” hhiéd Manfred, smiting his fist upon his knee. “He had thrown down his challenge, and he must meet the result.” (L1).. ’7 "nun/l O-lun nnnnf “f“l;q {R “01'. 5110411 “59 , uuu .uv unuuu vvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvv “13ut ’ urged the count, “this is not knightly. He will meet the result, but he should not be forced beyond human endur- ance.” “It shall be as I have said,” exclaimed the duke, impatiently. “I am the judge, and the rule is mine. Let the trumpets sound!” Alfonso of Modena was not the only man of note who found fault with the course of the judge. Frederic Von Brunt swore a. fearful oath when he saw it, and Theodore of Harthurg quivercd with indignation. 1 “By my .{nightlxooxh" the boy uttered, “this is most, foul! \".'ill it he :tli()‘-\'c(1!” “Yes,” epliul Von Brunt? 1 saw Alfon- so laboring with the duke, but it affected nothing. Scewthey are preparing for the jonst. Now may our Blessed Lady assist the brave champion!” “Amen l” said Theodore fervently. The knight of the Silver Cross had taken a. new hunt, and lie was advised to take a. fresh horse, but he did not choose to do so. He had become used to the manner of his steed, and he. felt confidence in the animal’s power. He took his place at the end of the tilting-ground, and aw-dited the sound of the trumpets. 1 P 'I A i Ludovico was mounted upon a powerful stal- lion welltrainedtothejoust. andashetookhis place he hose himself with proud assurance. He was a formidable leading opponent, and those who had seen him overcome Hugh de Castro looked to see the stranger knight bite the (lust. it was not fair, they said, to call upon the gallant champion in such haste. It was a thing unusual. Manfred heard the mur- murs arising from all hands and he deter- mined to quiet the tumult as quickly as pos- sible; but he did not mean to quiet it by doing a generous deed. Noâ€"he feared to give the stranger rest, lest. his son should be overcome, so he gave orders for the heralds to sound the charge. which was done as soon as the prince was ready. .1 . A‘ I ,A'MLA -1 um: Ill-v I. --.\.v It.wa.s plain to be scizn that the knight of the silver cross grasped the lam-v with more than his usual resolution, and that he was more carvful in fixing his shield. And then, too, he braced himself in his saddle more firmly, with his feet fixed to best advantage in the stirrups. ‘ ' . :1 7177‘ l.- Inn-v v‘-â€"â€" -. h. At the sound of the trumpets the combat- ants started forward, and when the shock came. the spectators looked to see horses and riders rolled in the dust: but not so. Both riders reeled in their saddles, and the lance of the knight of Modem» was broken. any-Any vv J- --.v __‘,, “By S: 11111: P5111,” cried Michael Tot‘illa, “there Is foul 1 121\' in this. The prince had the stronger lam-.0!” v..v N... V And soc others believed; but there was little time fur speech. He of the silver cross rode to the marshals stand and demanded a, new lance. One was lmndud to him, and when he had balanced it a. moment in his hand, he raised in above his head and snapped it in twain. 1 “1, , _.: ,. J “Give me it weapon fit for work as he cast the fragments at; the feet. luv;- u “Now by the bones of my fathers.’ ex- claimed Theodore of Hau‘tlnn‘g, whose sm- tion was near the marshals stand, “if this brave knight, he worsted by menus so foul, there shall he a reckoning most, severe. I cam produce a knight that shall sweep yon- der stout prince from his saddle as I would brush away a fly. ” 1 - ,"MI \fl'n“ Ilv‘nnf Ill “an an.» w u y . “Easy, my-lord,” whispered Von Brunt. “'1‘ he knight is not to be put oli' with a worthless weapon. See how he triesthem.” It was even so. The stranger tried three lam-es before he accepted one: and when he was finally satisfied he returned to his place. The duke trembled With passion when he saw the worthless lanees east down. but he dared not say anything in opposition. He could only grind his teeth, and, when all was ready, spit out the order to the heralds with a show of vengeance. ' Again the mmbatants started, and this time the knight of the silver cross perform- ed a feat which. had it failed, must have brought defeat to himself. When within a few yards of his antacronist he gave his lance a sweep, bringing it ( own upon the edge of the opposing shield with such force as to break the guard, and on the next instant the prince was caught beneath the chin, and lifted clean from his saddle. As the knight of Modenawent safely on to the paling, without so much as quaking in his seat, leaving Ludovico rolling in the dust, a. shout went up from the multitude that fairly rent the air. -~ - - L , n ._:,.,:I ‘Mgnifrpd, omit- lulu.) lUllU uuu w... “By , my dukedom,” cried Manifred, smit- ing his fist upon his thigh; “I never saw but one man who could make that stroke with the lance at full tilt, and he was not a knight.” - “0f whom do you speak?” asked Alfonso of Modena. “Of an old armorer named Roderic Ven- n“..- ” “mum: the duke. “But how is it many rcnb um an. ‘ .w |_ "“7er “Bymv dukedom,’ crled Mamired,smlt- , «“1131; 110! Brmg luther your ofllcers! ing his fisvt' Upon his thigh; “1 never saw tut 5 This is a. foul imposter! The wretch has one man who could make that stroke Wlth nude his way hither in disguise, and his the lance at full tilt» and he was ”Qt a punishment hath been spoken. Make knight.” ' haste 2" “0f whom ‘10 you speak?” asked Alfonso At this point the Count of Modena. stop- °f Modena. V . ed down from his seat, and Frederic Ven “Of an 016‘ armorer named Roderlc Yarr- grunt and Ludwig Eberhard moved near to dorme,” replied the duke. “But hqw 1' 1t ' the stand. Meanwhile, Vendorme had risen with my son?â€"Haâ€"h° starts up 11111130” I to his feet, and had put on his helmet, with He is 11°“ hurt.” . . ___., 1 the vizor thrown up. r TW rem 113:9" “M1: lord.’.’,snoke Alfonso. “he is a. true 1115 started, and this 5 silver cross perform- it failed, must have self. When within a. ;onist he gave his lance ,own upon the edge of 'ith such force as to [on the next instant said Alfonso of ‘ he cried, mau‘slml’s as sodn as be ecum‘conect ms scattered senses he started for the marshal’s stand. He'would not mount his horse again, but demanded a tnal with the sword. _ . .. 1‘ ‘1‘-“ v .v.. --â€"v . ‘1-“ “Easy, fair sir,” said Frederic Von Brunt, who chanced to sit very nearto Where Ludo- vico had stopped. “I have seen yonder knight handle the sword, and if your arm is not wondrously stron , and your eye quick as light, you would 0 better to surrender Where you are.” “Peace!” cried the prince, taking; his sword and pressing the point upon the ground. “I yield not to an unknown brag- gart. ’Twas an accident unhorsed me. We shall see if my arm hath not some power.” And thus speaking he strode forward into the arena, and awaited the coming of his antagonist. 5" w 1 u. 1 .7_ L-_L Tliae knight, of Modena. had no choice but to descend from his saddle and accept this offer. He could not force the prince to mount again, nor could he claim the victory while his opponent held arms against him; so he gave his horse up to the groom, and drew his sword from its scabhard. “Come on!” cried Ludovico, brandishing his weapon with furious sweeps. “Now foughe tug. Look to yourself.” The stz'gngc knight had wit enough not to waste his strength of lung in speech; but, with his lips closed, and his huckler held easily over his left breast, he received the first blow of his antagonist, and turned it over his shoulder. Another blow, and an- other,â€"~and yet he of the silver cross did not strike. He stood so calm and so con- fident, and turned off the blows with such apparent ease, that Ludovico became in,- furiated. H“Strike! Strike!” the prince yelled. “Are yogfearful‘f’ up .1 1- ’A‘ 4 Not a word from the lips of the stranger; but presently his sword performed a. circle in the air, and came down upon the prince’s buckler with a clang that made the eople start. Again, asquick as thought, ashed the sword aloft, sweeping in strange courses and descending like lightning upon the shoulder of the Milanese. A aim and again fell the trenchant blade, wit 1 swift. uncr- ring aim, and ere long Ludovico fell back- ward upon the ground, with his gorget hewn away, and in a moment more the Victor’s sword was at his bare throat. “Speak!” said the knight of Modena. “I yield!” came in a gasping tone from the lips of the prince. ‘Loud and long.were the shouts that. went up from the multitude; and Manfred ~was not more chagrined by his son’s defeat than he was by this clamorons evidence that the mass of the people were glad that the defeat had thus turned. But he was not quite yet prepared to deal justly. He saw that the prince had yielded up his sword, so there could be no excuse for allowing him again to contend. “What ho!” he cried, starting forward to the edge of the dais, and raising his truncheon aloft, "who now will contend with this unknown knight?” “But, my lord,” spoke the marshal-“you will not have him culled again to contend?” “He must meet all comers!” pronounced the duke. “\tht 110, Sir Knight of the Silver Cross,â€"cast down thy gauntlet again.” The duke cast his eyes about. him, and he saw very plainly that in would not do 10 Push his plan further; so, with a power that 1e could exercise when occasion called. he put on a. smile, and spoke as graciously as though he were pleased with what he one appears to challenge thee, I must award to thee the prize due to thy valor. Kneel at the feet of the princess, and let the herald make proclamation that the \‘ivtor is to be clothed with the conqueror's Searf-’ The trumpets were sounded, and the pro- clamation was made: and while another shout of satisfaction went up from the mul- titude, the stranger knight knelt, and loos- ened the stmps of his helmet. ’ “ 'I A ,,_A _ I said g bliv‘t \JAv u~.‘~‘,~ v- _._.. ROSebel of Bergamo arose and stepped forward, with the scarf in her hands. She was dreadfully pale, and it was with diffi- culty that she maintained herself. As the helmet fell from the Victor's head. she let the scarf fall over his neck, but she could not make the speech which had been set for her. She saw the face of the conquering hero--â€"-she caught the light of the dark eye as it beamed hopefully upon herâ€"and then she sank back into her chair, and buried her face in her hands: and she would surely haV'e fallen from her seat had not her at- dants supported her. “\thm have we here?” cried the duke, springing forward. “It is Orlando Ven- dorme'.‘ It is the Outcast!" he “Sir Knight of the Silver Cross, since no Elk-ta officers “How now?” demindcd 3 “How can that be? Who ~ kni hthood?” “ do,” replied the count. “Then you have been (ice villian hath imposed upon v. imposter, as 1 said. W‘fie cers? Bring an axe and 5-1:“; knigyt. Hé‘is” no imposte: By this time a. score of ered around the soot. and that the Count of \ioden knighthood of the accuse all went with him. in; 1;; dc Cartro and Princ "n. 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