"I awoke because I had a horrid dream, caused by the cold which in its turn was produced by my being left with nothing on.

And I didn't see anything, for the simple reason that the room was as dark as pitch.

Is there anything else you want to know ?" "Yes, there is.

Everything that you haven't told me," said the uncompromising aunt.
"Very well, then," said Austin, leaning upon his elbow and looking her full in the face.

"But on one condition only--that you believe every word I say." "Of course, Austin, I should never dream of doubting your good faith," replied Aunt Charlotte.