I shall always feel interested in Isabel Miller's welfare; and I can honestly say I shall be glad if your married life proves that my old-fashioned prejudices are without justification in your case.

Accept my thanks for your invitation; and let me hope that my plain speaking has not offended you." She bowed, and looked about her for Tommie before she advanced to the carriage waiting for her at the gate.

In the surprise of seeing Moody she had forgotten to look back for the dog when she entered the shrubbery.

She now called to him, and blew the whistle at her watch-chain.

Not a sign of Tommie was to be seen.