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Bring round a horse , without a moment 's delay . '' The postmaster , without the smallest hesitation , ordered his men to saddle and bring out a horse . `` It will be sent back from the next stage , '' Fergus said , as he mounted and rode on at full speed . He changed horses twice , not the slightest suspicion being entertained by any of the postmasters that he was not what he seemed ; and , before noon , arrived at the last post house before reaching Vienna . `` A bottle of your best wine , landlord , and I want to speak a word with you in a private room . Bring two glasses . '' The wine was poured out , and after he had drank a glass Fergus said : `` Landlord , I am the bearer of important despatches , and it is imperative that I should not attract attention as I enter the city .