8/9 I have suffered too much from your treachery. I will not trust you." "As you please," replied Jonathan, sternly. "Recollect you are in my power. Jack's life hangs on your determination." "What shall I do ?" cried Mrs.Sheppard, in a voice of agony. "You _can_ do so." "Bring him here,--let me see him--let me embrace him--let me be assured that he is safe, and I am yours. |