32/36 With my niece as an enemy, Miss Saxon has no chance of gaining the prize she desires." "But you reckon without the feelings of Mr.Mallow. He loves--" "He does not--he does not!" cried Mrs.Herne, pressing one hand to her heart and speaking fiercely; "he loves Maraquito. And is she not worthy to be loved? "I have told you everything you asked, and more. Should you require further information about Maraquito's love, I refer you to herself." "Oh, I am not interested enough in the matter to ask her," said the detective, and bowing to the lady who had sunk on the sofa, took his departure. |