She slept late the next day, and woke with a feeling of utter weariness of body and prostration of spirit.

When her dressing-maid Giovanna came at her summons, she informed her that a gentleman had twice called to see her, but left no name or card.

"Let no one be admitted to-day but the manager of the opera," said Rosa.

"I will dress now; and if Mamma Balbino is at leisure, I should like to have her come and talk with me while I breakfast." "Madame has gone out to make some purchases," replied Giovanna.

"She said she should return soon, and charged me to keep everything quiet, that you might sleep.