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It was now nearly dark, and Lucius was anxious to obtain a speedy release from the sick room, lest the time should creep on towards the hour at which Mr. Otranto's minions were to seek for admittance at the little back door. He made some excuse therefore for bidding his patient ‘good-night' soon after this. There would be time for him to see that the coast was clear, and to keep watch for the coming of the two men.
He met Lucille in the corridor, coming up-stairs for the night, at least two hours earlier than usual-a most opportune retirement.