3/12 I said that I knew of something vital to your happiness; therefore I asked this interview. And now ponder well my question, and be certain that you get the right answer." Dexter let his eyes fall. He sat for a long while silent, but evidently in earnest thought. She saw a shade of impatience on his countenance as he looked up and checked the words that were on his lips, by saying: "Marriage is no light thing, my young friend. It is a relation which, more than any other, makes or mars the future; and when entered into, should be regarded as the must solemn act of life. |