After a few minutes' consideration, he touched, gently, a robe of white satin.

"Put this on, Maria," he said, "and your white mantilla, and your best jewels.

The occasion will excuse the utmost splendor." The choice delighted her.

She had really wished to wear it, and some one's judgment to endorse her own inclinations was all that was necessary to confirm her wish.

Dolores found her in the most delightful temper.