But, before me I saw the stern white face of the man, eager for his share of happiness after all these magnificent years of dauntless service.

I forgot my own distrust of him, his coldness, his brutality.

I remembered only those other and greater things.
"Even were I in such a position," I said, "it would make no difference.
I am sure that Lady Angela is loyal.

She has no idea--and it is not worth while that she should have." "You would have me marry her, then ?" he asked slowly.
"There is only one thing," I said, taking my courage into my hands.
"And that ?" he asked sharply.
"That," I answered, "lies between you and your conscience." He rose to his feet.
"Wait here," he said, "and I will show you my justification.".