You would not have that happen to me, would you, just because you shrink from digging up old memories ?" "Of course not," I stammered.

"I should never forgive myself." "Yes, of course not.

There was really no need for me to ask you.

Then you promise you will do all I wish ?" and once more she looked at me, adding, "Don't be ashamed, for you remember that I have been in touch with hidden things and am not quite as other women are.

You will recollect I told you that which I have never breathed to any other living soul, years ago on that night when first we met." "I promise," I answered and was about to add something, I forget what, when she cut me short, saying, "That's enough, for I know your word is rather better than your bond.
Now dress as quickly as you can or the dinner will be spoiled.".