It is Mr.Carlyle, and he has been very kind to me." The little lord had turned his thoughtful eyes on Mr.Carlyle, apparently studying his countenance.

"I shall like you, sir, if you are kind to Isabel.

Are you kind to her ?" "Very, very kind," murmured Lady Isabel, leaving William, and turning to Mr.Carlyle, but not looking at him.

"I don't know what to say; I ought to thank you.

I did not intend to use the--to use it; but I--I--" "Hush!" he interrupted, laughing at her confusion.