Category: Short Stories

The vigil [Night watches, Part 8.]

Jacobs, W. W. (William Wymark), 1863-1943; Davis, Stanley [Illustrator]· 1 chapters· 3,186 words

Mr. Farrer peered through the plants which formed a welcome screen to the window and listened with some uneasiness. He was waiting for the firm, springy step that should herald the approach of ex-Sergeant-Major Ward. A squeeze of Miss Ward's hand renewed his courage.

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Mr. Farrer peered through the plants which formed a welcome screen to the window and listened with some uneasiness. He was waiting for the firm, springy step that should herald...