This is the longest letter I have ever written.
"Your affectionate, "LUCILLA." To this, a postscript was added, in Oscar's handwriting, as follows:-- "Lucilla has told you that there is some hope for me at last.

What I write in this place is written without her knowledge--for your private ear only.

Take the first opportunity you can find of coming to see me at Browndown, without allowing Lucilla to hear of it.

I have a great favor to ask of you.

My happiness depends on your granting it.