Spirit of the age. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1849-1865, 1858-09-29
ORGNAL PAPERS.
WrAten for the Spirit Of The Age.
IKE COUSINS.
by MINNIE r. RAY.
(coNcLUDED.)

Once more our attention is claimed by
Mr.. and Mrs. St. Clair They still contin-
nc as we last saw them, moving in all the
pride Of regal magnfcence, through the
fashionable world Of which they formed a
part. II was on bright and balmy day
in the following spring, that Percy Gilwood
and Eva ST. Clair were seated in the splen-
did drawing room Of the latter, conversing
on the common topic Of the day, namely
the unknown writer. The pure sentiments,
fresh from a guleless heart had made a
strong impression on Gilwood and he bad
tried, though in vain, to find out the gifted
Authoress. As for Eva, she only respea-
ted, parrot-like, the sentiments of those
around her. Faultlessly beautiful, she had
never tried to cultivate any talents, except
those which tended TO enhance that beauty.
Always accustomed to the adulation Of the
throng Of worldlings who frequented her
fathers house, the fact Of Gilwoods sppa-
rent Indifference stung her to the quick and
made her even more anxious thar ever to
bring him to her feet. Thus it was on that
pleasant evening, seated by his side, she
was trying with all the fashionable arts
which she possessed to win his love. But
she knew not that the image of the gentle
Lillian had already deeply moved his heart.
She really loved him as far as herselish ma
turo would allow, but hcrlove was composed
of pride. He WAS wealthy, talented, fasci-
mating and handsome, and was regarded
by all her sister spirits as the lion of the
III L., hn Il
never have thought Of loving him; but as
It was, she determined to spare no pains to
win him to her side. -.--,.
On leaving the house, Gii"ood wandered
along the streets, SO lost in thought that he
,,ained the suburbs before he was aware OF
Where he was going. The last lingering
raysof the setting sun were crmsomng the
scattered cottages, rs he turned ms course
bomeward. lie walked slowly along, en-
loving the cool refreshing breeze OF the
evening, and watching the laborers as they
returncd To their pleasant homes, after the
fatiguino duties Of the day. Just before
him, a group OF little children were playing
when suddenly wild cry was heard, ant
the little group hastily dispersed, as VI
cious horse came rushing and paving along
say all the croup-all except one, LITTLE
child who, overcome 10y fear had fallen ah'
IN another moment would have been tori
in uieces by the infuriated beast. just
GiIwood arrived near the spot, temal
fgure dressed in white, flew past him to
ward the child, clasped it in her arms an'
in another moment had gained the ,gat
before a charming little cottage, where
overcome by excitement, she sank to tn
ground. Hurrying hastily forward to rem
der her all the assistance III his power II
arrived at the gate as the lady was sIow
attemptipr to arise. "Allow me to assls
Won. fair lady, as see this adventure ha
been almost too much for your strength
Thank YOU. it has been almost too niue
for me, but if You will take the little g'ir
can easily arise" As he turned to assi
her. their eyes met, and with a start
pleased surprise, he recognized LliIIa
Woodbury.. The door Of the cottage VIZ
opened by middle aged lady, when LiIIia
called "mothcr," and who appeared mu(
alarmed mt the sight Of her daughters d
ordered appearance, and strange eomPan
-, lillian soon related to her the adVentu'
and Gilwood was overwhelmed with THAN
for the slight service lac bad rendered.
"WHl YOU come in, sir Our accomn
dations are very poor, but such as we ha
Won are most welcome to" said Mrs. W o'
hurry addressing Gilwood, as he was &C
sidcrately taking his leave.
"Not this evening madam; but W
vorr permission | will call again IN
morning, to see how Miss Lillian is gGStt
ON after her periIous adventures; and ha
inc her his card he took his departure
aWenl well well" said re to him'
as he hastily wended his way homeW'
1This is indeed strange. Here | have b
wandering hhher and thither, IN hope
moetinp with that charming creature,
aIways been disappointed until now
she proves on acquaintance, what she
pears to be, | will try my best to WIN
treasurc;o and with this thought he
rived at home. -
Meanwhile Mrs. Woodbury. and III
navinr restored the child to ITS ann
mother. neighhor lady who lived n
we're talking over the affair and spea
oe Gilwood who had just left 81 wo
ifhc Is tho son of old Mr.. Robert Giwo
said Mrs. Woodbury.; ''if so, | kno'
father well, aud a nobler hearted man
or breathed. lie was one of your fst
best friends"
Lillian said very little, but could an.
have read her heart as she sat by
mothers side on their little verandal
beautiful star light night, they would
seen glow of admiration which thre
al 70 deepen into something wazme