It seemed as if nothing could come and disturb our little paradise.

I was not rich, but I had all I wanted, and some to spare.

I used to walk daily across the field to--where the bank of which I was manager was situated, and they--she and the boy--came to meet me every evening on my return.

I felt as if my life was set fair.

I could picture no happiness greater than our quiet evenings, and no hope brighter than a future like the present." Here Mr Smith paused.