While the man who conducted them opened the window-shutters and the windows, Repton and his companion sat down without speaking.
"There's some one knocking at the door," said Repton, as he arose and opened it.
Repton Church, however, has one treasure, but this is almost hidden underground.
Now, indeed, Repton felt almost happy for the first time since his conviction.
"I am at your orders," said Repton, raising his whip to a salute.
