The Cadiz Democratic sentinel. [volume] (Cadiz, Ohio) 1854-1864, 1858-12-22
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- Z. Mr. Granburn was reposing himself in his
comfortable library after the fatigue-of a busy
day at his counting house, when servant ap-
,peared and announced that Edward Brant, his
head book keeper. was below, and desired an
interview with him.
The merchant directed him TO be at once
shown up. w 1,f .....
- A moment after the young man entered. A
slight flush was upon his handsome features and
he appeared little embarrassed, and Mr..
Granburn, without seemingto notice it, affably
offered hin seat uttered the ordinary compli
sneats Of the evening, and awaited what the
styodng man had to communicate.
aa have called this evening" said the latter, at
length, 'to make request ofyou, which l hope
you will find it in your heart to grant!
The merchant bowed his head and smiled
eomplacently, but said nothing. 4
by granting it, continued the other, you
will confer great happiness and joy; by refusing
so to do, you will occasion in more than one
81 breast the most bitter feelings of grief
Ta Mr. Granburn's countenance betokened the
deep interest awakened within him by the
words of the young man.
Proceed, Il pray you Edward he said. Let
/, me know in what manner can confer so much
pleasure; for would not willingly be the means
ofcausng sorrow to any one.'
4 believe uttered Edward, after moments
reflection, that my conduct has been such since
have been in your approval?' ~
Undoubtedly
You have seen nothing in my acts or CONVEX
sation to lower me in your esteem, or unbe-
coming gentlemanH
Most assuredly not
And you are satisfied, have good reason to
believe, with my business qualities and endeav-
+ ors to discharge my duties to you?'
,yis Perfectly so, I assure you
~ 'Then, said the young man, his embarrass-
ment returning, what have to request isis
that
Mr.. Granburn smiled.
you need not hesitate to speak out, Edward
he remarked, kindly, for have already faith
tomed your thoughts :.
The young man looked quickly up into his
face
What you DESIRE continued the other, shall
be granted
is it possible, cried Edward, joymlIy, that
am 50 fortunate.'
sYes,I have, within the last few days, thought
ofthis very matter. and had made upm mind
to speak to you about it at the end of the
month
am happy, indeed, that stand so high in
your favor. A thousand thanks, dear sir, for
your unexamplcd kindnessH
No need for thanks, it is but your due. You
sare very valuable to me, indeed and two thous-
and dollars year---for to that sum | have con-
scluded to advance your sayery--will no more
than requite your salaries
Edward Brants countenance fell instantly,
and a look Of deep disappointment settled there
upon.
i What, added Mr.. Granburn, noticing the
change, is the amount have mentioned not
enough? Well then .-
e'Yes--yesl You are liberal-more liberal
than / had reason to expect but the truth is
my salary was not in my mud--it is not that
to which refer.
,s MOI uttered the merchant, with puzzled
air. Then Of what were you speaking?'
Mr. Granburn, love your daughter, that
love is returned! Will you consent to our
marriage"
The old gentleman sank back into his chair
as il stunned by what he heard. For few mo-
ments he looked with bewildered air in the
face ofhs clerk, and then, as his composure re
turned, frown settled upon his features.
Did hear you arght?' he exclaimed stern
ly, did you say you had won my daughters af
ID fectionsH
I did so state, and such is the truth
Sir, you have acted wrongy--un fairly, dis
4e honorably!' go
.,l NO, no! you accuse unjustly!
You should have gained my consent, sir, be.
fore proceeding as you have.'
y could not ask your consent before knowing
that might hope for the consent of your daugh
q ter. / could not help loving her as do, and
b, could not keep that love secret. What was
my joy on discovering that my love was recip
Tocatedp
NJ Edward Brant's courage entirely returned
u when the disclosure was once made, and the
.. frown Of his employer did not awe him in the
least.
This passion said the merchant, must IL
= checked You are not calculated for each 9th.
or, and such union does not suit my views
Not calculated for one another?' repeated the
young lover. We love, and is not that enough
Our love isno trivial passion earnest, enduring!
so every lover asserts. But, at all events
this must not go on, shall consent to nothing
ssofthe kind. And you are somewhat presum
Ing to attempt to gain my daughter for wife.
.FaE'A flush arose to the face of the young clerk
MY education he replied, lis such think
IS to At me for the society in which you novel!
mi Very true, butt t,.r
4 have never forfeited, that am aware, the
title ofa Gentleman
.gga t'Bpt you are poor, and she whom you would
wed is the heiress Of much wealth. u
,aro True, am rs yet poor, but am young have
health and ambition, and shall not always re-
main as Lam.'ep .ss h r
Nevertheless, exclaimed Mr. Granburn an
grly, itdoes not suit my purpose that she
should wed with you. ! have long had other
u. views regarding my daughter, and do not care
10 have them frustrated. You shall SEQ her nc