21/29 I saw her lips grow white and tremble, and I became alarmed. It was not until we reached Castledene that she gave in and told me she could go no further. Still you say there is no danger, and that you do not think she will die ?" "Danger? Life and death lie in the hands of One above us; but, humanely speaking, I see no danger." "Of course we cannot get on now," observed Lord Charlewood "at least Lady Charlewood cannot. How long do you think my suspense will last ?" "Not much longer," was the calm reply. |