[The Man by Bram Stoker]@TWC D-Link bookThe Man CHAPTER VIII--THE T-CART 19/27
There is at present nothing that can be done.
If he becomes conscious at all it will be suddenly.
He will relapse and probably die as quickly.' All at once Norman opened his eyes, and seeing him said quietly, as he looked around: 'What place is this, Harold ?' 'Martin's--James Martin's, sir.
You were brought here after the accident.' 'Yes, I remember! Am I badly hurt? I can feel nothing!' 'I fear so, sir! I have sent for Stephen.' 'Sent for Stephen! Am I about to die ?' His voice, though feeble, was grave and even. 'Alas! sir, I fear so!' He sank on his knees as he spoke and took him, his second father, in his arms. 'Is it close ?' 'Yes.' 'Then listen to me! If I don't see Stephen, give her my love and blessing! Say that with my last breath I prayed God to keep her and make her happy! You will tell her this ?' 'I will! I will!' He could hardly speak for the emotion which was choking him.
Then the voice went on, but slower and weaker: 'And Harold, my dear boy, you will look after her, will you not? Guard her and cherish her, as if you were indeed my son and she your sister!' 'I will.
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