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`` I have thought it over in every way ; even putting aside the benefits , to my country and myself , I would enter upon it ; were it but for the satisfaction of seeing the usurper , and murderer of my dear master , King Richard , have the same measure meted out to him that he gave to his sovereign . Tonight I will write an answer to the Percys , for you to bear to them . Tomorrow morning I will ride , with you , to the stronghold where Mortimer is at present held in durance ; and if he consents to join us , I will give him his freedom , without ransom . '' They started the next morning , early ; and at noon arrived at a strong house , lying in the heart of the hills . `` It were best that you should see him first , Sir Oswald , and explain the matter to him . After that , I will meet him with you . '' Great was the astonishment of Sir Edmund , when Oswald was ushered into the little room in which he was confined .