It will recall your own saber play so neatly conceived, and, as a personal reminder, wear this for me! It is a rare diamond, which I have treasured for many years.

And its old Hindustanee name was 'Bringer of Prosperity.'" Hardwicke bowed, and murmured his thanks.
The nabob slipped a superb ring from his finger, and then, as if he had relieved his mind forever of a painful duty, dismissed the subject, almost feverishly entertaining his solitary guest at the splendid feast which had been prepared for General Abercromby.

It was late when the strangely assorted convives separated.

"I will now send Simpson home with you, in my carriage," solicitously remarked Johnstone, as the hour grew late.

"There is a prince's ransom on that sword--and, you did not bring your noble charger! You must treat him well for my sake--for my daughter's sake!" "Will Miss Johnstone return soon ?" said the heart-hungry lover, catching at this last straw.
"It is undetermined! I may send them home in a few months.