पृष्ठ 573 / 1118

Now, an intimacy with such a man would not have advanced his

interests in such points, and especially with his uncle; but a

slight acquaintance with him might be considered unavoidable

under the circumstances, and therefore in some degree excusable.

One morning Don Roderick, equipped for the chase, with an escort

of retainers, among whom was Griso, took the road to the castle

of the Unknown.

CHAPTER XX.