He made a desperate thrust, which I parried, and the blades
clashed. A third came down upon them with such force that the
sparks flew.
"In the King's name!" commanded the Governor.
We fell apart, panting, white with rage, staring at the unexpected
disturbers of our peace. They were the Governor, the commander,
the Cape Merchant, and the watch.
"Lord, now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace!" exclaimed
Master Pory, and retired to the cedar and Dr. Bohun.
"This ends here, gentlemen," said the Governor firmly. "You are
both bleeding. It is enough."
"Out of my way, sir!" cried my lord, foaming at the mouth. He
made a mad thrust over the Governor's extended arm at me, who
was ready enough to meet him. "Have at thee, thou bridegroom!"
he said between his teeth.
The Governor caught him by the wrist. "Put up your sword, my
lord, or, as I stand here, you shall give it into the commander's
hands!"
"Hell and furies!" ejaculated my lord. "Do you know who I am,
sir?"
"Ay," replied the Governor sturdily, "I do know. It is because of
that knowledge, my Lord Carnal, that I interfere in this affair.
Were you other than you are, you and this gentleman might fight
until doomsday, and meet with no hindrance from me. Being what
you are, I will prevent any renewal of this duel, by fair means if I
may, by foul if I must.
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