25/32 Maude has managed to creep into my regard, though, in no common degree. She is very lovely, very fascinating and amiable." "May I ask which of the two you intend to marry!" continued the barrister, neither suppressing nor attempting to soften his indignant tones. "As this country's laws are against a plurality of wives, you will be unable, I imagine, to espouse them both." Hartledon looked at him, beseechingly, and a sudden compassion came over Mr.Carr.He asked himself whether it was quite the way to treat a perplexed man who was very dear to him. I assure you I scarcely know what advice to give. |