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"Oh!" cried Emma, "I know there is not a better creature in the world: but you ood and what is ridiculous are most unfortunately blended in her"

"They are blended," said he, "I acknowledge; and, were she prosperous, I could allow much for the occasional prevalence of the ridiculous over the good Were she a woman of fortune, I would leave every harmless absurdity to take its chance, I would not quarrel with you for any liberties of manner Were she your equal in situation--but, E the case She is poor; she has sunk froe, must probably sink more Her situation should secure your compassion

It was badly done, indeed! You, whorow up from a period when her notice was an honour, to have you now, in thoughtless spirits, and the pride of the h at her, humble her--and before her niece, too--and before others, uided by your treatment of her--This is not pleasant to you, Emma--and it is very far from pleasant to me; but I must, I will,--I will tell you truths while I can; satisfied with provingthat you will soreater justice than you can do now"

While they talked, they were advancing towards the carriage; it was ready; and, before she could speak again, he had handed her in He had s which had kept her face averted, and her tongue ainst herself, mortification, and deep concern She had not been able to speak; and, on entering the carriage, sunk back for ataken no leave,in apparent sullenness, she looked out with voice and hand eager to shew a difference; but it was just too late

He had turned away, and the horses were in motion She continued to look back, but in vain; and soon, hat appeared unusual speed, they were half way down the hill, and every thing left far behind She was vexed beyond what could have been expressed--alitated, rieved, at any circumstance in her life She was most forcibly struck The truth of this representation there was no denying She felt it at her heart