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period, I will make my appearance with two horses--one of which I shall

ride, and the other I shall lead: the one I lead you shall mount, and

ill ride to the nearest church, and be eant; and then Sir Norsley will isley Castle, Devonshire, will enjoy the honeyue is over Do you understand that?"

"Perfectly," she answered, with a radiant face

"And agree to it?"

"You know I do, Sir Norman; only--"

"Well, my pet, only what?"

"Sir Norman, I should like to see Prudence I want Prudence How can I

leave her behind?"

"My dear child, she ; so never mind Prudence, but say, will you be ready?"

"I will"

"That is sley, and

good-night"

Lady Kingsley dutifully obeyed; and Sir Norlow at

his heart, like a halo round a full moon