The times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1882-1897, 1883-12-07
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The Story Of a Galley Slave.
Adapted from the popular play, "a CELE-
DRAFTED CASE"
CHAPTER vi.
ADRIENNE's VISION.

the front windows of which commanded a
me view OF Toulon and the sea- the gar
dens of the chateau were beautifully laid
out, and were kept in elegant order, pre-
sentirg here and there wilderness of
towering plants, thrown into bright relief
by miniature forests Of orange trees and
dark clumps of magnolas. Paths wind
ing mysteriously out of sight, ended at
small rustic summer-houses, or led the
curious pedestrian into walled enclosure
containing a small orchard, where he
could satisfy his hunger, according to the
season. with the largest of cherries and
reddest OF currants, or with luscious april
cots, pears, plums, or peaches. Atf
Within, the chateau was marvel of
taste and beauty; its owner being the
wealthy Duke d'Aubretot, who for many
years had held the position of Governor
OF Provence. His family was small, con-
sisting of his duchess and his only child,
Mademoiselle d'Aubretot, lovely girl of
! seventeen.
One pleasant afternoon in early sum-
iner, the two ladies sat, with their en-
broidery, in the open air, watching for the
dukes return from Toulon, whittier he
had gone that morning on business con
nected with state affairs.
''Oh. Adrienne." said the duchess, with
along-drawn sigh, show delightful it is
to have you home again with us! / do
not know now how we ever consented to
part with you for so many long years."
"Lons years. mother; why was at the
College d'Hyeres just four years and one
day precisely" said Adrienne. laughingly.
Il cannot help it; to me it seemed n
lifetime. / missed you so much"
swell, and missed you and father ter
ribly, and poor ORourkc. often wonder
why you sent me away from you; of
course the chanionesse was kind TO me,
and soon loved her dearly; and then
Valentine-you know my Valentine was
there; and there is no one in the world
like Valentine. Still it is so strange to be
away from you all. Raoul, suppose. has
forgotten me-"
The duchess laughei. and nodded at
Adriennc.
"Oh, no doubt The dear fellow is Just
the one to forget his little sweetheart
All, no, Adrienne. We parted with YOU,
y
ing constantly from place 10 place, and
wished TO be with him. Sometimes L
feared that my daughter would grow up,
and find that in their great love for her
society. her parents had forgotten her ed
ucation; and then Raou would want his
little wife to be as learned and as clever
rs other young ladies' The chanonesse
was an old friend of the family. and we
knew that she could watch over you bet
ter at that period than we could. with our
heads and hands full of political troubles.
Besides, you have made q friend Cor your
self while at school. and that may prove a
great blessing to you. Adrienne. BY the
way, who is your valentine9 Valentine
de what7'
sOh, mother, she has no name but Val
entine. There is some mystery about her
family. She does not know or remember
anything about any one. but the chanion
esse. And the chanionesse does not wish
to be questioned about the matter. She
tells every pupil that Valentine is lady,
and under her charge, and that is quite
sufficient for the scholars to know VAL
entine is the most clever girl there. She
has never been away from the College
d'Heyers. She does not remember ever
living in any other house. Oh, mother, if
Valentine could only come and stay with
mel" wM
sswrite and invite the chanionesse TO
come and bring Valentine with her.
Once she is here, we will try and keep
her with u.s."
sfou are so good, mother; kiss me, and
then shall go and write my letter.
Rising quickly, Adiienne kissed and
Rugged her mother, indifferent to powder,
puffs and laces, and then hurried away to
her own room as fast as her hoop and
lengthy train would allow of.
The duchess sat for some time gazing
at her frame, but not putting u stitch in
the canvas. IA young girl with a secret
clouding her name. Dear mel And Adj
rienne. of course, must be attracted by
this stranger, as if some magic spell
bound together those who suffer under
similar misfortunes. All, well! Adrienne
has outlived all her childish sufferingsj
everything is now bright before her"
Footsteps and voices in the direction of
the road put an end to these reflections.
The duchess rose as her husband ami u
much younger man approached from the
shadow of the trees.
.what Raoul. is it your"
The duke looked quite delighted as the
young man threw his arms around the
duchess, and kissed her on each cheek.
.Yes, Aunt Claire, and am with you
now almost as fixture. The duke has
had me exchanged to a detachment of our
regiment now at Toulon, so can see you
every day. Where Is Adrienne2'
@Turn around,' said the duchess, smil-
ing.
Raoul did so. Coming along the in
closed terrace he saw tall. slight girl,
dressed in white satin petticoat. with
light blue Vatican over-dress and long
train. Her hair was raised in puffs over
her forehead and powdered to snowy
white, as was the fashion Of the day. Her