As soon as I obtain any information, I will come and tell you." When Mr.Percival was informed of the adventure at the Vatican, he sallied forth to examine the lists of arrivals; and before long he returned with the statement that Mr.and Mrs.Fitzgerald were registered among the newcomers.

"Flora would, of course, consider that conclusive," said he; "but you and I, who have doubts concerning that clandestine marriage, will deem it prudent to examine further." "If it should prove to be her sister, it will be a very embarrassing affair," rejoined Mrs.Delano.
Mr.Percival thought it very unlikely, but said he would ascertain particulars to-morrow.
With that general promise, without a knowledge of the fact already discovered, Flora retired to rest; but it was nearly morning before she slept..