Child! if you repent of the promise you have given me, tell me now and I will set you free.

I remember the circumstances under which that promise was given.

You, perhaps, exaggerated your own feelings; you have since renewed your acquaintance with people and ways of life that suit you best.

I will try not to blame you.

Speak out at once, and do not think of me." The truthful ring of feeling and reproach in his voice startled my ears, and set my heart struggling for liberty to give an honest response to this appeal.