"I only said that I did not understand the major's conduct." "And what did your uncle say next?
If you love me, Valeria, tell me the truth." "He used very strong language, Eustace.

He is an old man; you must not be offended with him." "I am not offended.

What did he say ?" "He said, 'Mark my words! There is something under the surface in connection with Mr.Woodville, or with his family, to which Major Fitz-David is not at liberty to allude.

Properly interpreted, Valeria, that letter is a warning.

Show it to Mr.Woodville, and tell him (if you like) what I have just told you--'" Eustace stopped me again.
"You are sure your uncle said those words ?" he asked, scanning my face attentively in the moonlight.
"Quite sure.