12/44 Pain passes away; joy lasts forever." "I know," said Sir John, addressing Madge, "I know it is not prudent for Malcolm and me to be here to-day; but imprudent things seem to be the most delightful." "For men, Sir John," returned Madge. "Upon women they leave their mark." "I fear you are right," he answered. "I had not thought of my visit in that light. For Mistress Vernon's sake it is better that I do not remain in Derby." "For Mistress Vernon's sake you shall remain," cried that impetuous young woman, clutching John's arm. Neither Dorothy nor Madge had ever before visited Derby-town. |