Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1867-02-28
CH AP T + R XVII.
A CONFERENCE,

When Major Amory obtained leave Of absence
from headquarters to visit Mr. Westvelt, 1t was
for three days only Circumstances, however, rem
dered it desirable that he should remain there long
er, in order to carry out the designs which ne had
in contemplation. These were, mainly, the pre-
yailing upon Elinor to yield him her hand in mar
rage. Great as was his vanity, he could not help
seeing that this would be no easy task. Though
Elinor treated him with polteness, her manner, If
not actually cold, was at least by no means such as
to encourage him in his suit Instead, however, OF
being discouraged, Major Amory's determination
was only strengthened. It would scarcely be cor
rect to saw that he was in love with Enor, though
he was undoubtedly attracted by her beauty But
the chief inducement was, unquestlonably, the nne
property, which he had reason to believe she
would inherit.
He had this ground of encouragement, that MIR.
Westyelt was in his favor But even with this,
three days furnished but short time to carry on
the siege. He accordingly obtained further leave
of absence for week, on the plea that parties OF
the enemy were prowling about the neighborhood
whom he hoped to get into his power. AS there
was no active service for him I'M the camp this per-
mission was readily accorded, with an accompany
ing expression complimentary to his zeal.
Armed with this, he sought the presence OF MIR.
Westvelt.
"Wen, Major Amory, what news?' inquired the
old gentleman. ,
''Some which affords me great pleasure. nope
it will not be considered otherwise by my entertain
ers."
aSurely not, if, as you say, it pleases you. But
let me know what it is.
''This letter will inform you sir, said the Eng
lishman passing to Mr.. Westvelt the letter which
he had received from Sir Henry Clinton authorl'
zing his further stay. -,
'Why this is capita" said Mr.. Westvet with
satisfaction. "But what should lead you to think
we should regard it any other light.
sExcuse me, my dear sir, if I confess in the hrs'
nlace that it was not so much with view to the
public service that sought this addition to my
leave of absence, as from motives OF more private
character" .,
"I think understand you, " said MIR. Westvelt
"and YOU have my best wishes for your success:
"T onlv wish your niece was of similar mind
but regret to say that she does not treat me as
should desire. 60. -,
"Sbe has not dared to treat you with impolite
ness ?" demanded the uncle, with a flush ofindlg
nation upon his face.
'Nay, not that. But she has, while treating mt
with perfect courtesy, made me feel at the same
time, that she regarded me only as guest and wa
not disposed to encourage me by any demonstra
ton of friendship or cordiaity greater than thatre
lation sanctioned"
"Have you declared yourself her lover"
ssNo sir, thought it would be premature Bu
Won remember requested you to speak to her.
$50 I did. o.,
chow did she receive the communication
saTbat is more than can say, since we were In
terrupted in themidst of the conference !.
j II am afraid her attachment to this young "A
!, merican officer will prejudice her against me-
IF that is the case 1 will disinherit her, SAIL
Mr. Westvelt angriy forgetting the rather lmpor
tant circumstance that the property was not MS
but his niece's