4/26 They are not safe companions for innocence and simplicity like yours." "And is this all ?" I asked, drawing a long breath, and feeling as if Mont Blanc had rolled from my breast. "I thank you from the bottom of my heart for your anxious care of my good name. But I am sure Mrs.Linwood would not have sanctioned an impropriety. I have always felt towards Richard as I imagine I would towards a brother, were I so blest as to have one. He has made my lonely walks very pleasant by his lively and intelligent conversation. |