Castleman was silent for a short time, and then I heard him say:-- "You have also brought me happiness, Yolanda, and I shall be wretched when your father takes you from me.

Twonette is not dearer to me than you.

Whatever befalls, I shall still thank God for the happiness He has given me in you." "Ah, uncle, your kind words almost break my heart," said Yolanda, placing her kerchief to her eyes.

"I wish you would not forgive me for having brought you into this hard case.

I wish you would upbraid me.