Papa, dear," turning to him, "shall I say good-night to you now ?" "No, no," Mr.Dinsmore answered, with some emotion, "I shall step into your rooms for that as it is on my way to my own." "I, too," said Mrs.Dinsmore; "and perhaps you will let me play the nurse for you if you are not feeling quite well." "Thank you very much, mamma.

In case your kind services are really needed I shall not hesitate to let you know.

And I am always glad to see you in my rooms." "Mother, you are actually panting for breath!" Edward exclaimed when they were half-way up the stairs.

"I shall carry you," and taking her in his arms as he spoke, he bore her to her boudoir and laid her tenderly down on its couch.

"Oh, mother dear," he said, in quivering tones, "tell me all.