In the meantime she was disembarrassed of her out-door clothing.

A stimulant at length so far restored her that she could speak connectedly.
"I don't know what you will think of me .-- I am obliged to tell you something I hoped never to speak of.

Denzil ought to know first what has happened; but I can't go to him .-- I must tell you, and trust your friendship.

Perhaps you can help me; you will--I know you will if you can." "Anything in my power," replied the listener, soothingly.

"Whatever you tell me is perfectly safe.