He was only just recovering from a severe illness, and was as weak as a child." "O dear, O dear! But you won't tell Mrs.Holbrook that, sir ?" "I won't tell her more than I can help; of course I don't want to alarm her; but I am bound to tell her some portion of the truth.

You did her husband a great wrong, you see, Mrs.Whitelaw, when you suspected him of some share in this vile business.

He has shown himself really devoted to her.

I thank God that it has proved so.

And now tell me more about this affair; your letter explains so little." "I will tell you all, sir." They walked in the garden for about a quarter of an hour before Gilbert went into the house.