That has been the general impression, in fact, at Lidford.

People made sure that Miss Nowell had left to be married to you." "I have only just returned from Australia.

I have come back to fulfil my engagement to Miss Nowell.

Can you suggest no one from whom I am likely to obtain information ?" "There is the family at the Rectory; they knew her very well, and were extremely kind to her after her uncle's death.

It might be worth your while to call upon Mr.Marchant." "Yes, I will call," Gilbert answered; "thanks for the suggestion." He wished Miss Dodd good-afternoon, and left her standing at the gate of her little garden, watching him with profound interest as he walked away towards the village.