The other thing the whirlwind of which you speak, has indeed tossed and tormented me, more than it has you perhaps; but since I have known that you could shed tears for me and love me I have had no more anxieties; I know for certain that all must come right! You love me as I am, Gorgo.

I am no dreamer nor poet; but I can look forward to finding life lovely and noble if shared with you, so long as one--only one thing is sure.

I ask you plainly and truly: Is your heart as full of love for me as mine is for you?
When I was away did you think of me every day, every night, as I thought of you, day and night without fail ?" Gorgo's head sank and blushes dyed her cheeks as she replied: "I love you, and I have never even thought of any one else.

My thoughts and yearnings followed you all the while you were away...

and yet...