The Secret of Moonacre Page #2

in a backstreet gambling den.

Borrowed money once too many times

from the wrong sort of money lenders.

He wouldn't take money from me,

would he?

Oh no.

Damn, all his pride.

You're a Merryweather, Maria...

And this is where you belong.

Here, at Moonacre.

There we are.

Nothing else to be done.

Library is private

and my study prohibited.

And in here...

The East wing, closed...

the West wing, out of bounds.

There we are.

- And here...

- Uncle, about that attack yesterday.

Can't something be done?

Yes... keep your little nose out.

I beg your pardon?

Just keep out of the forest.

But why?

Who are they?

There's a band of ruffians in the woods.

The De Noir clan.

You mean like the "De Noir"

from the story book?

No, no, no... these are real enough.

Poachers, bandits, plunderers, robbers.

Ladies.

This should suit your needs.

And this will be your classroom.

(Speaking French)

Digweed...

Bring me my whip.

You weren't expecting me to...

She can ride, can she?

Oh, Sir Benjamin,

it's a matter of fact

that a lady should never be

allowed to sit on a horse!

They're unstable and

they're vicious creatures.

I think, Sir Benjamin, it might be an

appropriate moment for me to retire.

Take care!

Come, Maria.

Every Merryweather rides.

It's in the blood.

This is Peririco... she's a little

feisty but she's a loyal stead.

Just hold out your hand.

I give you my word,

it'll stay attached to you, Miss.

You see, Miss?

She knows.

- You're getting on well with Peririco...

- Yes, Uncle.

We should be heading back.

It's getting late.

Uncle, I'm really enjoying this.

Could I stay out a little longer?

As long as you promise to stay

within the Moonacre boundary.

Remember...

I can only vouch for your safety

if you stay out of the forest.

I will be home before long,

and Peririco will take good care of me.

Very well.

Goodbye Uncle!

What's so special

about the forest anyway?

You stay here.

Oh, little baby.

Who did this to you?

One catch two captives.

What do you want?

Let's go. Catch an animal that

comes to get you coming to help!

I know who you are!

You're bandits and plunderers!

You!

You're coming with us now!

My father's just dying

to make your acquaintance.

It's the demon dog!

Thank you,

you obedient doggy!

Come on, little one...

Let me take you home.

Robin, it's your father!

What did I do to deserve

such a prize filth for a son?

I hope Peririco gave you an

educational tour of the estate.

I have a wounded hare.

That, young lady,

is a rare Moonacre rabbit.

By far the most beautiful,

brave and serene creature.

And as you've brought

her in from the wild,

she's now your responsibility.

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