Nevertheless, we must act with the utmost caution.

I know my husband too well to doubt for a moment that he will hesitate to fulfil his threat.

And now, my dear child," she continued, "do not the repeated proofs you have received of this wicked nobleman's perfidy, and of Leonard's devotion--do they not, I say, open your eyes to the truth, and show you which of the two really loves you, and merits your regard ?" "I will hide nothing from you, mother," replied Amabel.

"In spite of his perfidy, in spite of my conviction of his unworthiness, I still love the Earl of Rochester.

Nor can I compel myself to feel any regard, stronger than that of friendship, for Leonard Holt." "You distress me, sadly, child," cried Mrs.Bloundel.