I have received a paper from Robespierre stating that I have been his secretary, and recommending us all to the authorities, so that we can dispense with the ordinary papers which they would otherwise ask for." "That is good news, indeed, Harry," Marie said.

"That relieves me of half my anxiety.

Once on the sea-coast it will be comparatively easy to get a passage to England.

My dear Harry, you surprise me more every day, and I am ashamed to think that when our dear father and mother first told me that they had accepted your noble offer to look after us, I was inclined in my heart to think that such protection would be of little use.

You see I confess, Harry; and you know that is half-way to forgiveness." "There is nothing either to confess or forgive," Harry said with a smile.