He would never forget this holiday, for he had learned what happiness life might have in store; but it was a happiness that could not be attained by romantic dreams.

He must earn it by tense effort, and was willing to pay the price; this was the reason he must get back to work.

For all that, he had doubts, and was glad when Muriel came along the terrace and sat down on the bench.
"You look unusually thoughtful," she said.
"I have something to think about.

I find I must go back to Canada very soon." Muriel made an abrupt movement.

"You are going away! But we thought--" She paused and resumed: "Does Helen know ?" "Not yet; I must tell her.