[Ernest Linwood by Caroline Lee Hentz]@TWC D-Link bookErnest Linwood CHAPTER XI 12/17
Besides, we shall pass the winter in the metropolis.
Next summer we will talk about it." "They speak of adding a primary department to the academy," said my former master, "which will be under female superintendence.
If this _is_ done, and she would accept the situation, I think I have influence enough to secure it for her." "We will see to that hereafter," said Mrs.Linwood; "but of one thing I am assured, if Gabriella ever wishes to assume duties so honorable and so feminine, she would think it a privilege to be under your especial guardianship, and within reach of your experience and counsel." I tried to speak, and utter an assent to this wise and decided remark, but I could not.
I felt the tears gushing into my eyes, and hastily rising, I left the room.
I did not go out on the lawn, for I saw Edith's white robes under the trees, and I knew the guests of the city were with her.
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