I must tell her the truth, or she may in her ignorance commit herself to some course or other that may be ruinously compromising.

She said plaintively just now that if he could see her, and know how occupied with him and him alone is her every waking hour, she is sure he would forgive her the wicked presumption of becoming his wife.

Very sweet all that, and touching.

I could not conceal my tears.
April 15 .-- The house is in confusion; my father is angry and distressed, and I am distracted.

Caroline has disappeared--gone away secretly.