24/35 Father Jerome will tell you so." "I shall not ask Father Jerome. Father Jerome, of course, will condemn me; but I shall not ask him whether or not I am to keep my promise--my solemn promise." "And why not ?" Then Nina paused a moment before she answered. But she did answer, and answered with that bold defiant air which at first had disconcerted her aunt. I thought it right to tell you, and now I will go." She had turned to the door, and had her hand upon the lock when her aunt stopped her. |