Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1871-12-07
Yes, and be is so rich. Pa says he is


bonnet. though ueat and fresh, was not
of tho latest style, and the mantle of last
seasons fashion, but men rarely notice
such things. All that St. John saw was
the graceful form and the fair and gentle
face of the wearer.
Sweet Rose Lennox = he thought. She
looks as fragrant and lovely as her name
Can her fresh and Ruileless nature be 30
perverted a. to care for nothing but out
ward show =
In the meantime Rose had made few
simple purchases, quite UNCONSCIOUS of the
eyes that were following her every look
and motion.
is that all, Miss Lennox p said the
clerk
sAll to-day
IF you we're thinking of getting dress
I think | can show you something that
will snit you.
.As can't purchase, will not trouble
you was the reply.
No trouble at all, miss said the clerk.
unrollinR the goods, and spreading it on
the counter.
1t was heavy, lustrous silk, brown
with CLINT of gold in it. not unlike the
color of the soft hair that shaded her
| IOT6D6HOs
It caught the eye of the Parker girls.
who were passing. and they gathered
eagerly around it.
Its Just the sweetest thing I ever saw!'
exclaimed the oldest. enthusiastically
why don't you get it Rose You have
nothing for the party next Thursday, and
it's inst what you want
Only four dollars a yard suggested
the clerk, gathering up the silk in heavy
folds, so as to display its lustre and
beauty.
There was not the slightest touch of
envy or regret in the soft blue eyes that
rested admiringly upon it.
1T ia very pretty and quite reasonable,
too : but | can't afford it,
These words were spoken quietly, aud
with such an unconsciousnses that she
was admitting anything painful or hu-
initiating, that with the wonder it aroused
in the hearts of her companions, was min
gled an involuntary respect !; though it
was conduct they oould net have initiated
and but vaguely comp-ehended.
ST. John made inquiries in regard to
Mr. Lepuox, the next day. and learned
that he had sustained some heavy losses,
hut was still supposed to be doing good
business.
Preauming on former acquaintance,
be resolved to call ct his house.
Despite the adulation he had received,
and his really fine personal advantages
ST. Jof was no coxcomb, and we'll knew
that, With girl like Rose Lennox, he
must stand on his individual merits. So.
not venturine 10 call for her who was up
permost in his thoughts, he was shown
into the family sitting-room, where Mr..
and Mrs. Lennox sat with their eldest
children.
Rose was among them and the blush
that monnted to her cheek, the bright
smile che gave bin, as their eyes met,
spoke a warmer welcome than even her
fathers extended hand and cordial greet
ing.
But, having testified by looks. rather
than words, her pleasure at seeing him,
Rose left the entertainment Of their guest
to her parents. And, disappointed ss St.
John was, be could not but admire her
utter Inconsistencies that this visit was
Intended for her, and absence of all desire
to attract his notice.
As he copversed with her father, his
eyes wandered to the place where she sat,
sewing; noting every expression of the
pure, young face, even the quiver of the
golden laskes that shaded the rose.tinted
cheek, especially the womanly charm of
her low, quiet tones, and gentle move
nents. The richest party robe never
looked half so lovely as that simple home
dress of brown merino, worn with no or
nament save dainty ruffie at the neck
and wrists.
You will he at Mrs. Daytsn's to-mor-
row evening p he contriyed to say, as be
took his leave.
No am not going
A shade of disappointment crossed st.
Johns face, ainest Immediately followed
by glsam of satisfaction as a happy
thought struck him.
The next evening. Rose was sitting in
the parlor, quite by herself. Her mother
was up stairs with some Of the younger
children, and her father preparing to go
out. Mr.. Lenox locked in upon her
moment. as he passed through the hall.
| DO you regret your decision in regard
to the party, my daughter p
4 No, indeed, papa returned Rose, smil-
ing brightly into that careworn face.
Mr.. Lannox laid his hand lovingly
upon her head. my blessing II 1 pass
successfully through the crisis, it will be
owing to the strength that you have given
me-
Are things looking brighter, papa?'
"A great deal bris hter, nay child. You
know I told you I could retrieve my
losses if had time. Mr.. Hart. my prin-
cipal creditor. has offered to give me six
months. 1t was owing to something Mr..
st. John said to him. He il noble
hearted young man. God bless himp
| The heart Of Rose echoed the wish, as
her father turned away. For the first
time, regrets mingled with her thoughts.
as they reverted to the gathering, from
which she had been debsrred.
Il suppose he will be there she nur.
INJURED.
"A gentleman to see Miss Rose said
Kate, opening the door.
Rose lifted her eyes, sxd the object of
her thoughts stood before her.
Not sorry to see me, I hope?' said st.
John, taking her unresistiug hand in his.
| 'Sorry?' Rose turned her eyes around
that he might see how softly radiant they
were.
'Oh. no. she faltered IL was only
surprised !: / thought you would be sure
to be at Mrs. D.yton's this evening"
'Shall I tell you why / did not 60 p
inquired Mr.. st. John, as he took seat
by her side.
The cheeks of Rose grew red beneath
that earnest gszs as the flower from which
she was named.
Il was just thinking about you, for the
kindly office you performed for my dear
father
Il am going to ask him to perform
mora kindly one: te give to my keeping
the brightest and sweetest rose that ever
bloorsed. When he asks me what your
wish IL, 0, Rose-if could only say nay
Rosa-what shall tell him p
/ What Rose told him could be easily in
ferred by any one who looked In upon the
two few moments later, and saw how
quietly the head Of Rose reposed upon
st. Johns shoulder, as though 1t were the
most natural resting-place 1t could find.