H. Bedford-Jones

Name: Blood of the Eagle — Chapter 4
Author: H. Bedford-Jones

Blood of the Eagle — Chapter 4 (1922)

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“Blood of the Eagle — Chapter 4”, published in 1922, is a work by H. Bedford-Jones. It explores elements such as Ardzrouni, Wemyss and Liu Ku.

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H. Bedford-Jones, Blood of the Eagle — Chapter 4 (1922)

“ Florence Wemyss had last beheld Ardzrouni as an almost penniless soldier of fortune, who had even then impressed her with his lofty air and impulsive spirit. Now she beheld him the focal point of Oriental splendor, gorgeously robed and gemmed, surrounded by guards and nobles; and if ever man truly appeared a king, it was Ardzrouni at this instant. Nor did he give them the faintest smile of greeting, but spoke in French, regally enough.
"Await my pleasure, until I am able to speak with you in private. Liu Ku! Where is that dog of a eunuch? Ah, come forward! ”

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H. Bedford-Jones, Blood of the Eagle — Chapter 4 (1922)

“ Liu Ku came from the glittering throng, bent his vast bulk in obeisance, and rose.
"The soldier is here. Let my lord remember that the dog who has shared his bone with a strange dog asks gratitude, not snarls!"
Wemyss stared at this, comprehending instantly that trouble threatened. There it was, plain and open defiance. Ardzrouni came to his feet, white with rage.
"Be careful, fat frog—be careful, lest the eagle strike his talons into you! But bring forward that soldier, and let us be finished."
"The man must be mad!" ”

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H. Bedford-Jones, Blood of the Eagle — Chapter 4 (1922)

“ Ardzrouni bade him rise, and spoke in French.
"Have you ten men whom you can trust?"
"A hundred, son of heaven!" was the response.
Chou was a tall, slender man, full of pride and dignity. A flash of delight fired the eye of Ardzrouni as he met that black, impassive gaze, which could meet his own respectfully, but without fear. Such men were rare among these yellow folk.
"Then go to the college of the fang shi," commanded the Armenian. "Seize the chief shaman, remove his head, and place it above the western gate of the palace. ”

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H. Bedford-Jones, Blood of the Eagle — Chapter 4 (1922)

“ Florence Wemyss considered this question for a moment.
"On the surface—no," she answered; "but if you think that man Ardzrouni is going to be a mere tool, a pawn in your hand, be careful! True greatness is not far from him."
"Bah! He is a vain peacock," said her father. He did not observe how the eyes of the girl flamed at this. "Strange, what fate flung him into my hand! The coincidence of that man turning up was truly remarkable—that man, with his name, and with the great eagle tattooed on his breast. I had been to Ngongfu, and knew about the eagle over the gate of the city." ”

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H. Bedford-Jones, Blood of the Eagle — Chapter 4 (1922)

“ The door opened, and Ardzrouni appeared, still in his gorgeous costume. Behind him were two soldiers, armed with halberds, who stationed themselves at the door. Liu Ku rose with an angry gesture, but the dark man laughed.
"They do not understand French, fat frog! Sit down. Ah, my dear Wemyss, greetings! And my apologies, mademoiselle, for so curt a reception out yonder. There was more going on than appeared on the surface, and I dared take no risks. Now that I may kiss your hand, heaven has no greater blessings to promise!" ”

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H. Bedford-Jones, Blood of the Eagle — Chapter 4 (1922)

“ I had agreed to send a man to Ngongfu, bearing that jade fish which I picked up in Yunnan. I was to have a bird tattooed on his breast, and he was to appear there as one sent from heaven to assume the throne. I came to Rangoon to get you and to prepare this man—and met Ardzrouni. Can you imagine a more remarkable thing? ”

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H. Bedford-Jones, Blood of the Eagle — Chapter 4 (1922)

“ The officer in charge addressed her father briefly in French, and Wemyss turned to her exultantly.
"By Jove, Flossie, we've won the turn! In with you, girl! To-morrow you'll begin to see some jewels such as a chap reads about in stories. The man has won out. In with you!"
She climbed into the palanquin, and so entered Ngongfu. Somewhat to her disappointment, however, they were not met by Ardzrouni, nor did they see him until they were conducted that same night from their quarters to his presence, in the audience hall of the palace. ”

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H. Bedford-Jones, Blood of the Eagle — Chapter 4 (1922)

“ The eyes of the girl dwelt upon him, not without bitterness.
"Yes," she answered unexpectedly. "I can imagine a far more remarkable thing—that you might come by this fortune of yours honestly."
A slow flush crept into the sallow cheeks of her father.
"Egad! You haven't many illusions about the old dad—eh, what?" ”

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