Now he knows what it is; and I must try, though I am but an unknowing girl, to warn and to strengthen him.

Don't weaken my faith.

Who can do right if we lose faith in them ?" "And Frank!" said Erminia, after a pause.

"Poor Frank!" "Dear Frank!" replied Maggie, looking up, and trying to smile; but, in spite of herself, her eyes filled with tears.

"If I could have asked him, I know he would approve of what I am going to do.