CHAPTER XXV.
"Please do not preach to-day," said Nell, raising her eyes imploringly to Jim's face.
"Nellie, I must conduct the services as usual.

I can not shirk my duty, nor let these renegades see I fear to face them." "I have such a queer feeling.

I am afraid.

I don't want to be left alone.

Please do not leave me." Jim strode nervously up and down the length of the room.