8/13 You must think of that, Amedee, and that only." "I never shall forget it, Louise, never fear; my heart is full of gratitude. This morning, even, he was so affectionate and kind to me--but his health is ruined; he is now a weak old man. Soon--I not only fear it, but I am certain of it--soon he will be incapable of work. I can see his poor hands tremble now. He will not even have a right to a pension. |