"Of course when a body begins to expand, there comes in the possibility of bursting; but I nevertheless approve of a certain tension of one's being.

It 's what a man is meant for.

And then I believe in the essential salubrity of genius--true genius." "Very good," said Cecilia, with an air of resignation which made Rowland, for the moment, seem to himself culpably eager.

"We 'll drink then to-day at dinner to the health of our friend." * * * Having it much at heart to convince Mrs.Hudson of the purity of his intentions, Rowland waited upon her that evening.

He was ushered into a large parlor, which, by the light of a couple of candles, he perceived to be very meagrely furnished and very tenderly and sparingly used.