Then he considered whether he might not possibly
make some bargain with his father. How would it be if he should
consent to go back to the Liberal party on being allowed to marry
the girl he loved? As far as his political feelings were
concerned he did not think that he would much object to make the
change. There was only one thing certain,--that he must explain his
condition to Miss Boncassen before she went.
He found no difficulty now in getting the opportunity. She was
equally anxious, and as well disposed to acknowledge her anxiety.
After what had passed between them she was not desirous of
pretending that the matter was of small moment to herself. She had
told him that it was all the world to her, and had begged him to
let her know her fate as quickly as possible. On that last Monday
morning they were in the grounds together, and Lady Mabel, who was
walking with Mrs Finn, saw them pass through a little gate which
led from the gardens into the Priory ruins. 'It all means
nothing,' Mabel said with a little laugh to her companion.
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