16/21 Write, when you get to Quebec. Now, Maria! say good-bye." Maria presented herself to her brother with a grace which did honour to the family dancing-master. Her short farewell speech was a model of its kind. At this favourable season you may look forward to a pleasant voyage. Please accept my best wishes." She offered her cheek to be kissed--and looked like a young person who had done her duty, and knew it. |