In either case he may await the issue of Hazlewood's wound with safety and with patience, for the communication of these countries with Scotland, for the purpose of justice, is not (thank Heaven) of an intimate nature.

The consequences of his being apprehended would be terrible at this moment.

I endeavour to strengthen my mind by arguing against the possibility of such a calamity.

Alas! how soon have sorrows and fears, real as well as severe, followed the uniform and tranquil state of existence at which so lately I was disposed to repine! But I will not oppress you any longer with my complaints.

Adieu, my dearest Matilda! 'JULIA MANNERING.'.