Leonard remained at the gate till the first transports of their meeting were over, and then advanced slowly towards them.
"Whose footsteps are those ?" inquired the piper.
Nizza explained.
"Ah, is it Leonard Holt ?" exclaimed the piper, extending his hand to the apprentice.

"You are heartily welcome," he added; "and I am glad to find you with Nizza.

It is no secret to me that she likes you.

She has been an excellent daughter, and will make an excellent wife.

He who weds her will obtain a greater treasure than he expects." "Not than he expects," said Leonard.
"Ay, than he expects," reiterated the piper.