CHAPTER IV.
THE memory of what passed between Mr.and Mrs.Markland remained distinct enough in both their minds, on the next morning, to produce thoughtfulness and reserve.

The night to each had been restless and wakeful; and in the snatches of sleep which came at weary intervals were dreams that brought no tranquillizing influence.
The mother's daily duty, entered into from love to her children, soon lifted her mind into a sunnier region, and calmed her pulse to an even stroke.

But the spirit of Markland was more disturbed, more restless, more dissatisfied with himself and every thing around him, than when first introduced to the reader's acquaintance.

He eat sparingly at the breakfast-table, and with only a slight relish.

A little forced conversation took place between him and his wife; but the thoughts of both were remote from the subject introduced.