When he presents himself, as he will do shortly, do not repulse him as heretofore.

Smile on him as kindly as you can; and though the task of duping him may be difficult and distasteful to you, shrink not from it.

The necessity of the case justifies the deception.

If he presses his suit, no longer refuse him your hand." "I cannot do it," murmured Aveline, with a shudder.
"You MUST," rejoined Luke Hatton--for it was he--"or incur worse dangers.

Provoked by your resistance, Sir Francis has lost all patience, and is determined to accomplish his purpose.