the hour of six
I tell you to beware -- for I shall take proper measures to expose your vileness , and have _ her _ placed beyond the reach of your infernal schemes . ' He then left the house followed by Radcliff . After proceeding a short distance , the latter paused , and said -- ` We can do nothing to-night , for we have no weapons , and to fight otherwise would scarce comport with the dignity of gentlemen . Meet me to-morrow morning , at the hour of six , upon this spot ; bring with you a friend , and pistols ; we will then repair to some secluded place , and settle our difficulty in honorable combat . ' ` But what assurance have I that you will keep the appointment ? ' demanded Sydney ; ` how do I know that this is not a mere subterfuge to escape me ? ' ` Young man , you do not know me , ' rejoined Radcliff , and his breast swelled proudly .