I was forced, then, to combat the fast of the evening with the nourishment of the morning.
"Only I concealed a glass of water, which remained after my breakfast, thirst having been the chief of my sufferings when I remained forty-eight hours without eating or drinking.
"The day passed away without having any other influence on me than to strengthen the resolution I had formed; only I took care that my face should not betray the thoughts of my heart, for I had no doubt I was watched.

Several times, even, I felt a smile on my lips.

Felton, I dare not tell you at what idea I smiled; you would hold me in horror--" "Go on! go on!" said Felton; "you see plainly that I listen, and that I am anxious to know the end." "Evening came; the ordinary events took place.

During the darkness, as before, my supper was brought.

Then the lamp was lighted, and I sat down to table.