The articles duly arrived, were accepted, and published.

They dealt with a great variety of subjects--art, literature, theatricals, and general criticism.

When the editor at length recovered from her illness, the writer of the articles disclosed himself: it was M.Guizot.An intimacy sprang up between them, which ripened into mutual affection, and before long Mademoiselle de Meulan became his wife.
From that time forward, she shared in all her husband's joys and sorrows, as well as in many of his labours.

Before they became united, he asked her if she thought she should ever become dismayed at the vicissitudes of his destiny, which he then saw looming before him.

She replied that he might assure himself that she would always passionately enjoy his triumphs, but never heave a sigh over his defeats.