Still the matron would not allow herself to be persuaded, and after the chief priest had been called away to the service of the god, Euryale reproved her sister-in-law for her too great zeal.

When the wisdom of hoary old age and impetuous youth agree in one opinion, it is commonly the right one.
"And I maintain," cried Berenike--and her large eyes flamed angrily--"it is criminal to ignore my advice.

Fate has robbed you as well as me of a dear child.

I will not also lose this one, who is as precious to me as a daughter." Melissa bent over the lady's hands and kissed them gratefully, exclaiming with tearful eyes, "But he has been very good to me, and has assured me-" "Assured!" repeated Berenike disdainfully.

She then drew the young girl impetuously toward her, kissed her on her forehead, placed her hands on her head as if to protect her, and turned to the artist as she continued: "I stand by what I recommended before.