The Governor and his suite had already mounted their horses, and
cantered off to the Esplanade to witness the review.
"Come and dine with us today," said the Lady de Tilly to La Corne
St. Luc, as he too bade the ladies a courteous adieu, and got on
horseback to ride after the Governor.
"Many thanks! but I fear it will be impossible, my Lady: the council
of war meets at the Castle this afternoon. The hour may be
deferred, however, should Colonel Philibert not chance to find the
Intendant at Beaumanoir, and then I might come; but best not expect
me."
A slight, conscious flush just touched the cheek of Amelie at the
mention of Colonel Philibert.
"But come if possible, godfather," added she; "we hope to have Le
Gardeur home this afternoon. He loves you so much, and I know you
have countless things to say to him."
Amelie's trembling anxiety about her brother made her most desirous
to bring the powerful influence of La Corne St. Luc to bear upon
him.
Their kind old godfather was regarded with filial reverence by both.
Amelie's father, dying on the battle-field, had, with his latest
breath, commended the care of his children to the love and
friendship of La Corne St.
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