[The Treasure of Heaven by Marie Corelli]@TWC D-Link bookThe Treasure of Heaven CHAPTER III 13/41
Let me speak of you.
What do you propose to do with your life? You will marry, of course ?" "I--I suppose so," she faltered. "Is there any one you specially favour ?--any young fellow who loves you, or whom you are inclined to love--and who wants a start in the world? If there is, send him to me, and, if he has anything in him, I'll make myself answerable for his prosperity." She looked up with a cold, bright steadfastness. "There is no one," she said.
"Dear Mr.Helmsley, you are very good, but I assure you I have never fallen in love in my life.
As I told you before supper, I don't believe in that kind of nonsense.
And I--I want nothing.
<<Back Index Next>> D-Link book Top TWC mobile books
|