Squire's Horse and Kewper's Horse

The Squire’s and Kewper’s horses serve as the means of their swift departure toward the church, facilitating their betrayal. The Squire mounts his horse impatiently, while Kewper’s steed is brought out by an unseen attendant (likely Birch), allowing them to ride off together. The horses symbolize the urgency and secrecy of their mission, as well as the Squire’s authority and Kewper’s complicity in the plan. Their departure on horseback underscores the escalating stakes and the violence to come.

The Squire’s and Kewper’s horses play a functional role in this event, serving as the means by which the two men ride toward the village church to claim Avery’s gold. The horses are described as being led out of the stables by Birch, with the Squire mounting his steed impatiently and Kewper following suit. Their departure is marked by the pounding of hooves on dirt, underscoring the urgency and covert nature of their mission. The horses symbolize the Squire and Kewper’s haste and determination, as well as their willingness to ride roughshod over anyone who stands in their way.