The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1837-09-06

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: seemstress, poor, but virtuous; that which
> they deemed pleasantly, looked upon as u
c rime My heart throbbed quickly, my
. hands rested on my work, and raised my
self TO confront this villain nobleman, when
at that moment he enjoined secrecy on his
companion, as he said he was to be mar
ried IN three dnysn-
: To the poor seemstressi y hastily in
quired Cephise, as she listened with breath
less attention.
No Not to the good and virtuous girl
, who tolls for that subsistence she will not
) gain by infamy but To one of noble birth
, All l have no patience to think that 10 the
world high birth and wealth are passports to
, vice sanction 10 crime and are the
means OF spreading destruction among our
poor but honest families, of bringing misery
and ruin upon our wives and sisters y
\ DO you know the name of thu. man,
Richardr
Il l have his address where the pistols are
to be sent and handing richly embossed
card to Cephisc, she read the name of Count
Theodore Prevail, Neither of them had
ever heard the name before. ...
l mus. now TO my forge and files, said
Richard, rising. 'lll make us much haste
to return as soon ms possible bless you,
bless you, Cephsc,' aud snatching up his
hat, Richard darted down stairs, and was
at his accustomed work in few seconds.
Cephise sat in deep thought. The fate
OF the poor seemstrcss possessed her mind.
Yet, after all, she may be in fault n
young woman in her situation should not
listen to the love of one of high rank. But
then he was in disguise, aud she was not to
blamc-yet how easy to see where deceit
guides the action! In my case, for cxam-
pie, have nothing to fear. Edward has
told me ALL Neither richer or higher in
life than ] he loves, aud seeks me for his
wife, H#It#
At this momen, her medi,ations were in
terrupted by the door slowly opening, and
young man, habited like mechanic, en-
tered the apartment. lie looked anxiously
round as if 10 assure himself Cephise was
alone, then hastily taking her hand in his,
he affectionately inquired how she had been
since last they met. attH.
well, quite well. But where have you
been SO long, dear Edward1'
Il have been deeply engaged in my en-
ploynent, dearest. he replied, and out of
town on business, from whence am but
just returned. shall be compelled to abb
sent myself again shortly, but only for
few DAYS, TO settle some family arrange
ments.' aIHt
Il thought you had no family, Edward.
Edwards face flushed to the temples as
he unhcsitatlngy replied Only an aunt,
dearest, who wishes to have will drawn
up, and desires my presence us u witness;
that done, shall return and pass with you
the hnppiest hours Of my life.' r
But, hencetorli, Edward it must be on
ly with my brothers sanction that cncour-
age your addresses; give me leave then to
tell him all our prospects,
Not yet, dear Cephise, mystery has nj
ways charm for lovers, aud It's ohly a
momentlry obstacle which forces me to {
conceal our projects. From this aunt ex- {
pect to inherit properly, which, should /
marry without her consent falls TO another
heir I
only ask to make my brother the con-
6dent Of my happiness. II is my wish
nay, my duty so to do. Judge what my J
feelings would be, did he learn from anoih- q
er thar which should have been the first
to DISCLOSE r
And would you be satisfied my dear
Cephise, with the cold and formal in,er-
views which the presence of third person
naturally imposes The warm md buoy 8
ant feelings Of our hearts repressed, and {
our present freedom changed to silent bon r.
doge. o! Ccphisc, if you loved me- u
II had loved you. Edward that word II
conveys n reprosch do not merit /
Listen to me, Cepbise, grant me an in n
tervew tomorrow the last secret one sl,uil k
ever nsk-nsy, do not deny me. have u
much TO say to you, and after that, you !
shall be free to disclose to Richard oil our u
love- il
A knock was heard at the lower street e
DOOR y
Quick, leave me leave me, Edward, a
unless you wish to face my brother ~
Promise then an interview tomorrow y G.
Il do ! do Now leave me, impIore "a
you are too late II
Edward retreatcd towards the door, and g
rs it opened to admit Richard, favored by fr
the twilight and dex,erity, it gave cgress to
Edward, who softly descended the stairs, nj
and gently closing the house door after him, nj
found himself once more in safety ~ the bl
open street.
Richard addressed his sister. ii
Here am, Cephise, promised speedy vi
return. Why, haven't you ligbtf It's
a gloomy day without, and rendered doubly X
gloomy by having no light within.
'I-I-was waiting yonr return, Rich ia
,rd-i have something to say TO you -
something must say tonight b.
nd Cenb,sa determined In discloso nil
10 Richard, and be no longer the guilty W
hing she felt herself. Richard asked the
cause Of her agitation, but ere she could W
reply, low tap at the chamber door start
led them. Richard unlatchcd the door, on "a