Burlington free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1827-1865, 1851-12-12

WHO luii III tIle leSScr duties OF aiectlOn, upon
which so much of the happiness of life de-
ponds.
1t did not, however, in the same proportion.
promote his professional prospects. A share of
the legal business of the place, perhaps as large
as he could reasonably expect, found its way
into his office but the ovas were not sufficient
to meet his expenditures. This fact he deem
ed it necessary to conceal from his sister, at
the frequent expense of truth.
Mrs. llales, who loved him for his devotion
to his sister, and loved that sister with almost
mothers love, was panied at the deception prac
ticed upon the nnsuspecting girl. On fitting
occasion she reluctantly called his attention to
his fault. Would your mo'her,' said she, (she
was well acquainted with their history,) sap
prove of such course towards one who con-
tides in you with her whole heart:'
She would not was his reply; but what
can do 2
Tell her the exact truth, and sec how nobly
she will bear up under it. Give her the privl-
lege of sympnthzing with you, and Of feeling
that she has your entire confidence
q In her feeble state of health it would crush
her. 1t is far better that she be kept in igno-
rance. 1t is a heavier load for me, but that
care not for, if she is not burthcned.'
'She cannot always be kept in ignorance,
been deceived, the pain will be far greater
than knowledge Of what you are conccalng
can OCCASION.
THAT discovery need not be made
1t will be made. There is that in your man
ner which she will observe, and nothing but
the true statement Of the case will satisfy her.
My young friend, permit her to share with you
the burden which an all-wse Providence has
laid upon YOU.
1T was by my urging that she consented to
come here
No matter, confidence permission to SYM
pathizc with those she loves, IS all that the
heart OF woman asks for | trembe for the
happiness ct that dear girl, and for your own.
lie that can resist the claim of duty, though 1t
be in consequence of the pleadngs OF strong
affection, may be led to neglect it from other
causes
i am sorry, deeply sorry that it is necessa-
~ for Inc to depart from the truth i'll any de-
gree but in my sisters state, the knowledge of
Inv situation would crush her. 1t would not be
safe to tell her the truth
It is never safe to do wrong.
4 beg you will say nothing to Louisa on the
subject
Forgive me for interfering thus iar-nothng
but my strong affection for her could have in
shall not aIudc to it again.
Thank YOU. doubt not your motives are
of the kindcst nature, | regret that inevitable
circumstances forbid my following your advice,
hone soon to be relieved from the sad ne
ccsslty'
'Ilow have YOU been to-day? said Richard,
as he entered Loulsas room one evening, and
s,tooped to bestow the kiss which she held up
her lips to receive.
Much as usual; | have been rather lonely,
but that is of no consequence now that you
have come sit down near me-you look
worm
Il have been hard at work to day
you have not to return to the office this eve
nlng:'
1t is not absolutely necessary that should
do So
DO not think of it, then; stay with me and
rest
Il need little exercise said he, throwing
out his arms in the manner of performing gym
nastic exercises.
After tea you must take walk
And leave you still longer alone9
You will not be gone very long, and 1t is
of more consequence that you should preserve
your health, than that should not be alone ;
/ will lie down and rest while you are gone.
so that can sit up with you till you wish to
retire.
You will be ready to 90 Immediately after
tea said Young man, now a fellow boarder
as they were seated at the supper table. Lou
isa turned to her brother with an enqurng look.
The blood mounted to his temples, but she did
not observe il.
NV sister insists or my taking walk then,
but we can despatch that business in a few
moments. can take the Office in my way
You have the papers in readiness?
Yes
Mrs. Halcs saw the look of intelligence
which passed between the young men, and VISA
satisfied Ii at something was going forward
which was to be concealed from the knowledge
of Louisa Her confidence in the moral rec
tltude of young Hyde was by no means strong,
and she had for some weeks marked, with pain.
the influence he seemed to be gaining over the
mind of Burnett. When they had gone, she
followed the lone girl to her chamber, and sat,
for several hours, by her side, conversing with
her about her dear mother sklltuIly suggesting
those consolatory supports of faith which 1t
was probable she would shortly need IN q high
er degree than at present. When the evening
was far spent, she was constrained to leave
her, IN order to attend to domestic duties.
Hour after hour passed, and Richard came
nOt one IeplcnlsHeu ule HIc, anu trimmed
the lamp, and watched for the pauslng Of every
foostep. Her anxiety would have been most
oppressive, but for the belief that his absence
was accustomed by the necessary calls of bust
ness. I he hour Of twelve had passed, All
sounds without had been hushed to silence
except the dreary sound of the winter blast
through the leafless branches of the locust
which stood before the house. A iootslcp was
heard 1t paused-the street door was opened
He had come his step was in the passage
In her Impotence, she rose to meet him at the
door of the apartment, but he entered his own
room, which was an adjoining one, and closed
the door, He thinks | am asleep thought
Louisa, and he will not disturb me. viii
step to his door and bid him good night She
opened the door. Mrs Eales was standing in
the passage Do not, said she TO Louisa,
stand in the cold 90 back to your room, do
I his was said with an earnestness which led
Louisa TO suspect that her brother was ill. i
must see him before sleep said she, adyanc-
ing to the door
DO 20 to your room, dear, AMI see hun III
the morning.
He must be i'll or he would have looked m