I had resolved that if the _Didi_ (Surja Mukhi) returned, I would leave you with her and die.

I would no longer be a thorn in her path of happiness.

I had determined to die, but on seeing you I was not willing." Nagendra made no answer.

To-day he was without reply to the formerly speechless Kunda Nandini.

Kunda remained silent for some time; she was losing the power of speech, death was taking possession.