They smiled too, except Marmaduke, who, being under observation, kept his countenance like the Man in the Iron Mask.

"It is quite true, my boy," said the uncle, kindly.

"But before she arrives, I should like to have a talk with you.

When can you come to breakfast with me ?" "Any day you choose to name, sir.

I shall be very glad." "Let us say to-morrow morning.