31/33 Mr.Carlyle noticed how subdued and white she looked. "I must have been mad to say what I did. Forget that it was uttered." "I told you I would." "You will not betray me to--to--your wife ?" she panted. Good-night." But he still retained her hands. "In a short time, Barbara, I trust you will find one more worthy to receive your love than I have been." "Never!" she impulsively answered. |