16/30 Then he took out his watch, and began to speak of the length of their journey, now nearly at an end. When they arrived in London the first person they recognized on the platform was Mr.Jansenius. Wait for me whilst I put this lady into a cab." When the cab was engaged, and Gertrude, with her maid, stowed within, he whispered to her hurriedly: "In spite of all, I have a leaden pain here" (indicating his heart). Do not speak to me, but remember that we are friends always and deeply." He touched her hand, and turned to the cabman, directing him whither to drive. |