Black Ralph or the Helmsman of Hurlgate

Ralph’s indignant surprise–his fierce wrath may easily be conceived when the brief will was read by the solicitor and the full intention of the deceased testator known. For a few moments he was silent with rage, shame and disappointment. He then strode up to the lawyer, and snatching the will from his hands keenly examined his father’s signature which he had given such proof of being familiar with. It was Sir Walter’s writing. He then cast the will in the face of the solicitor and strode fiercely towards Edward.