But he seemed unable to move just then.
"My mother; how does she bear up?"
"Bravely."
"She is used well?"
"Very well, indeed."
"I am glad for her sake. Tell her nothing of this visit, it will do no
good, and I wish her to remain in ignorance of my whereabouts."
The sound of a step died away, and the spot occupied by man and maid
seemed safe from observation for the present.
"It shall be as you wish."
"Bless you, Rose. Tell me again that you believe me guiltless."
"I have once said so, August, but go now, and never set foot in this
dangerous neighborhood again."
"Will you permit me to speak of that scene in the garden where you so
misjudged me?"
"No," with an impatient gesture. "I wish to destroy that picture. Don't
force me to think of it."
"But I can explain."
Again came the sound of approaching steps. This time two men were seen
approaching from either direction.
"Go before you are discovered!" cried out the girl huskily.
He dropped her hand and started to move away, evidently realizing his
danger.
Rose crept swiftly into the building and watched the moving form of her
lover through the window.
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