And even if she should arrive safely in her own country, what was to become of her then?
Without means, no one upon whom she had any claim for assistance, and too young and ignorant to do anything to earn her own living.
Edward was deeply moved by the sad recital.

"My dear Mr.Love," he said, "make yourself quite easy about Miss Zoe.

I will attend to all these matters about which you have spoken.

I am about to return home myself, and will be her companion and protector on the voyage.

Nor shall she want for friends or any needed assistance after we arrive." "God bless you! you have lifted a heavy load from my heart!" faltered the dying father, with a look of deep gratitude.