"I assure you," he continued, "I feel happy at the knowledge of being the medium through which this welcome intelligence has reached you." "You have, indeed, proved a friend," she said, extending her hand, which he shook warmly, "and one that I feel I can trust." "Do not speak of it," he answered; "it is only a natural act of kindness towards one whom I desire to befriend." "And one I will never cease to forget.

Oh! if you had but known how I felt during these past hours of agonizing suspense, you would not have thought lightly of your kind attention; and I am sure when I write Alfred of it, he will not have words sufficient to express his gratitude." "In my haste to impart the good news to you," said Mr.Awtry, rising, "I almost forgot an engagement I made this evening.

It is now getting late, and I must leave.

Good evening." "Good evening," she replied.

"I trust you will call to see me soon again." "With _your_ permission I will," he answered, laying particular emphasis on the word "your." "Certainly," she said.