The American Marquis by Nick Carter — page 88: what you’re looking at

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ee 84 THE AMERICAN MARQUIS. . see ‘Tete-de-Fer Jump at his tormentor with his knife. They knew his violent temper. hey were disappointed. ‘T'ete-de-Fer scowled sullenly, but neither moved nor spoke. Bras-de-Fer laughed carelessly, and called for wine. The glasses were filled. *‘ We'll crink to the better health of our friend Tete-de- er. 33 The men looked sidewise at each other. ‘I'hey hesitated to offend Tete-de-Fer. ~ 3 «You will drink, my friends,” said Bras-de-Fer, impe- riously. They drank. ‘They would have crawled on the floor if the order had been given in that tone. Tete-de-Fer’s glass was untouched. — ** My friend”—Bras-de-Fer looked directly at ka you will not offend me by not drinking?” _ The glass was slowly, sullenly raised and drained. ‘‘Good! I thought you would drink if I asked you in ; , the right way.’ _ whipped puppy: Tete-de-Fer muttered a curse index his breath. it was dangerous trifling with such a wild beast, but Clinton was in a mood when he was glad of any such rough pastime. He disliked to use the man for the purpose he intended, and it was a relief to him in his reckless frame of mind to _ take the chances of rousing a rebellious spirit. Come, friend banker,” he said; ‘‘fet you and I takea — walk together and discuss the new system.” Tete-de-Fer got up and followed, much to the wonder- ment of the crowd. *« Bras-de-Fer is the devil 1’ said one, when the two were one. <<: And see how the fierce Tete-de-Fer followed him like a :’ said another. The two men sat together in Bras-de-Fer’s room. ‘© Why did you gibe me so?” growled T'ete-de-Fer. “'T'o show you, and everybody else, that I am master.’ If Tete-de-Fer expected to be conciliated, he was mis- ~ taken. Por, «©T theught you were through with me?” «* As long as you live, I shall use you as often as I wish.” j ‘If I should refuseP”. ! ie comicbooks.com