The upper portion of his head was bald; the hair on its sides short and
frizzly. His beard was of a reddish tinge, trimmed square and bushy,
beneath which his white ruff seemed to glisten from the sudden contrast.
His forehead was high and retreating; his face pale, and-his cheek
hollow and slightly wrinkled. His nose was small, looking ill suited to
the other features, which were large and strongly-marked. His mouth was
full, but compressed; and his teeth beautifully white and well shaped.
When he spoke, they were much exposed, projecting slightly, and tending
to give an air of ferocity to his countenance.
In stature he was tall and well formed. Proudly upright in his gait and
attitude, he appeared like one born to be obeyed,--to rule in whatsoever
station he occupied.
"Sir Hugh Parker. The parson of Slaidburn is welcome to Hornby," said
Lord Monteagle, rising. "It is long since we have met. I claim the
privilege of old fellowship: give me thy hand."
"My lord, I am here at your request. Your wishes are commands with my
poor endeavours."
"Thou mayest retire, Maudsley," said the baron to his servant, motioning
him to depart.
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