As his father mentioned Zbyszko’s name young Wilk’s face became pale with hatred.
But Macko replied quietly:
“May be with ransom but not for Zbyszko.”
These words intensified the curiosity of both lords of Brzozowa. Old Wilk, who could no more contain himself, said:
“Can you tell us, or not, the reason for your going there?”
“I will tell you! I will!” he said, nodding assent, “but first let me tell you something else. Take notice then. After my departure Bogdaniec will be under God’s care…. When Zbyszko and myself were fighting under Prince Witold, the abbot, also Zych of Zgorzelice, looked somewhat after our small property. Now we shall miss even that little. It pains me terribly to think that my endeavor and labor will be in vain…. You can well form an idea how much this troubles me
