And are we to sacrifice two whole years, the best time of our lives, to such obstinacy?
Either of us may die, Cecily.

Suppose it to be my lot, what would be your thoughts then ?" His head bent to hers, and their faces touched.
"Dare you risk that, my love ?" "I dare not." Her answer trembled upon his hearing as though it came upon the night air from the sea.
"You will come with me to-morrow ?" "I will." He sought her offered lips, and for a few instants their whispering in the shadow ceased.

Then he repeated rapidly the directions he had already given her.
"Put on your warmest cloak; it will be cold on the water.

Now I can say good-night.

Kiss me once more, and once more promise." She pressed her arms about him.
"I am giving you my life.