The Adventures of Peregrine Pickle Volume 1 Chapter 30

In which young Peregrine Pickle, forewarned of a dark plot against him by his affectionate sister, devises a clever stratagem to thwart the ill designs of his enemies, only to find his intended victim is another entirely. Meanwhile, the unexpected arrival of a courageous soldier introduces new friendships and generous patronage, setting in motion preparations for Peregrine’s impending travels with faithful attendants at his side.