The impatience and anxiety with which they waited, and the bliss they anticipated on the eventful day, is altogether indescribable.

Those that have been so fortunate as to embark in such a noble enterprise know all its realities; and those who have not had this inestimable privilege will have to taste its sweets before they can tell to others its joys, its comforts, and its Heaven-born worth.

Immediately after Ambulinia had assisted the family off to church, she took advantage of that opportunity to make good her promises.

She left a home of enjoyment to be wedded to one whose love had been justifiable.

A few short steps brought her to the presence of Louisa, who urged her to make good use of her time, and not to delay a moment, but to go with her to her brother's house, where Elfonzo would forever make her happy.