16/31 I believe I have not anything; if I had, I would divide it amongst you as equally as I could. But, should the means ever be in my power--should money ever be mine, I will thankfully pay all your claims." _All_ your claims! Lady Isabel little thought what that "all" would comprise. However, such promises, made at such a moment, fell heedlessly upon the ear. Scarcely one present but felt sympathy and sorrow for her, and Mr.Carlyle drew her from the room. He closed the door upon the noisy crew, and then sobs came forth hysterically. |