'I was indeed grieved, but I know your provocation.

We may speak on this subject again; but not here.

For the present, I take my leave of you, all being ready for my departure.

As you are quitting this house at once, you need no counsel as to immediate difficulties; I will only say, in all things be prudent, be self-controlled; before long, you may see reason for the discreet silence which I urge upon you.' 'When do you set forth to Rome ?' asked Petronilla.

'If it might be my privilege to journey in your company-- ?' 'The day is uncertain,' replied Leander; 'but if it be possible for us to travel together, trust me to beg for the honour.