I shall tell you all about it when you come." He arrived the very next morning, and as soon as he met his sister, he exploded: "I was quite sure, Maxa, that you would immediately deliver the little dove into the vulture's claws.

I wish I had never put her in your care!" "Come in, Philip and sit down," Mrs.Maxa said composedly.

"We are going to have dinner in a moment, and then you will have the chance to ask the dove herself what she thinks of the vulture's claws." Uncle Philip opened the door and found the children absolutely immersed in the recent events.

The instant he stepped over the threshold they rushed up to him and fairly flooded him with news.

Their speeches came thick and fast, and he heard nothing but manifestations of love for the dear, good Baron, Leonore's charming uncle, the good, kind Castle-Steward.