Delaware inquirer. (Wilmington, Del.) 1859-18??, 1859-07-16

grossly wronged, and whom a.~ ,xnaw bad
suffered, almost as much mental anguas-sas.
she had on her accoiiiss.
When the stage arrived at its pisse Of des-
tnation, and where they were to put up thar
night, she repaired Immediately to her room,
and gave vent to her feelings in flood oftears.
1t is on such an occasion as this, that the
and tears; the only cure that can effectually
relieve the mind from the oppressive load of
aflction that weighs it down, and continues
to oppress until the fountains of the heart are
broken up.
The next morning by private conveyance,
the travellers were on their way to samuePs
uncle's residence, where Rosa intended stay
ing until her uncle should be eapprised of her
return.
The shades of evening were fast drawing
the day to close, as the coach drew up at
gate before beautiful mansion, embowered
in shrubery. Large trees of different species
were planted along the walk that led to the
pi azza in front of the house, on which several
ladies and gentlemen were seated, enjoying
social evening.
The light merry laugh betokened unaloyed
happiness, and the loud yociferations spoke
plainly how much they were gratiiied with
their amusemement.
How differently were the feelings Of one of
the party who had just descending from the
coach as she heard one of the spectators of the
party exclaini-" Rosa Willis =
Ii was the venerable old gentleman who
had promised-in the veranda of Arthur Will
lis-to do all in his power to restore his
niece. How must he have been elated when
he beleld his nephew and the two ladies
alight The old man shed tears of joy.
The young gentlemen and ladies-who Were
mostly acquainted with Rosa gathered round
her and gave her a hearty welcome, which
too often is betrayed by Indifference. Sother-
ners know nothing of that species of decep-
tion, which, in measure prevades worldly
minded people. There is u kiud of warm
heartedness about then-a species of natural
instinct-tllat is to be found no where but in
the southern portion of the United States. 1t
$ a part of the country in which true hospi-
talty is to be found, without that naughty
reserve that makes one reel his dependence.
The welcome Rosa received from Mr.. Wat
son and the company assembled there, inspir-
ed her with confidence. She knew that Mr.
Watson possessed her unele's respect and
consequently was acquainted with all his Sc
crets. This contributed in no small degree to
revive her spirits, and remove from her face
that melancholy expression, which had possess
sion of it ever since she had left the home OF
her childhood. In many respects, Rosa ap-
peared the same to her friends, but their was
4 serious alteration in her manners. The
short period she had been in Delaware, had
done more to change her appearance and coi-
duet than lifetime of romance in South Ca
rolina would Previous to her departure she
was gay, heedless-all properly speaking
thoughtess girl, A few months have inter
vcncd, and she is now a woman of extraordi-
nary reflection; reelection taught by that bit
Ter experience which too often blights the
brightest hopes instead OF teaching mora les
sons.
The arrival of Rosa changed the aspect of
affairs at Mr.. Watson's mansion: The gay
company, after exchanging atfectonate civil
ties with prodigality retired to theirrespectiye
homes, and Rosa and her friends were left to
enjoy the society of Mr. Watson and his fam
lily. At the request of Rosa, her uncle was
not to be apprised of her return until -thc
next day.