Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1889-09-01

Sutherlyn the true condition OF affairs,
which was soon corrobora,ed by Val say
ing in almost his usual hearty tones:
"Well, Captain Sutherlyn, this young
lady has decreed that shall turn traitor
and assist You in your efforts to escape,
and as she always has her way, sup
pose l shall have 10 obey"
al am indeed fortunate in having an
ally who can secure me such invaluable
aid, said Sutherlyn.
but believe me, sir, he added more
seriously, II am truly grateful for your
so-generously- given assistance. 1t has
been in no way merited by me, and in
your conduct can see the result OF the
promptings of a brave and generous
heart"
THANK you," Val said, feeling very
uncomfortable. for he was as modest as
a woman, "but you had better thank
Helen"
Helen was beginning to feel light
hearted and hopeful again, as the brandy
was greatly strengthening Sutherlgn, so
she answered gnyly: con, yes you may
thank me for his assistance.
"Ah. many a shaft at random sent
Finds marx the archer little meant"
Val. having discovered that Sutherlyn
had no medicines OF any kind, IN spite
Of the objections of the latter returned to
the house for a small pocket-case con-
tanning few simple remedies which he
always carried.
He had gotten his medicines and also
some provisions from the pantry-a
matter Helen had overlooked and had
left the house on his return when, obey
inga sudden impulse. he went around to
the stables and bridlcd and saddled a
favorite horse of his, Dandy, and,
mounting, rode him to whore the three
other conspirators were assembled. They
were alarmed at hearing horses boots
approaching them, and relieved but sur
prised when Val made himself known.
"Captain Sutherlyn" he said as he
dismounted, 81 have brought you an
other horse, which / will be pleased TO
have you accept. He is not o fancy
animal. but he moves fairly well and has
no END Of bottom, and is in every way a
more suitable horse for you to ride than
the one Helen has brought You. Here
is my medicine-case with q few common
remedies, AMI [ have placed some rations
in your saddle-bags. | think you had
better ride now, as it is growing very
late and daylight will soon come. You
know the roads, you say, so | need give
YOU no directions ] sincerely wish You
God-spaed in your undertaking. Good
by" and he offered his hand.
"Good-by." said Sutherlyn. taking
Walls hand in his and pressing it warmly
and speaking in q voice tremulOus with
emotion. GOOD grant that the day may
come when | can repay you for your no.
bic generosity"
HIS heart was too full for further Mt
terance, and he turned away to speak to
Helen.
With fine delicacy Val turned and walk
ed away few PAGES to allow Sutherlyn
and Helen more freedom in their leave
taking.
He for several minutes waited, busy
with his own sad thoughts, and still
Suthcrlyn did not take his departure.
lnvoiun.arily Val turned his head in the
direction Of the lovers Just as Sutherlyn
drew Helen 10 Linn in a close embrace
and touched his lips to hers in a farewell
kiss. A feeling OF deadly hatred for
this man came over Val, and uncon-
sciously his hand was laid on tue butt Of
a small pistol in Lis hip-pocket. But
the passion soon passed, AMI with a
long-drawn sigh he started slowly down
the road.
After bidding Helen an affectionato
farewell and promising Hal to remember
his fidelity Sutherlyn rode away.
Helen stood gazing in the direction he
had gone till the sound of his horses
hoof5 died away in the distance, and
then, with a silent prayer for his safety,
she Joined Val, who had stopped short
distance away He offered her his arm
in silence. and neither spoke as they
walked slowly down the road. until BAL
passed them on Alecto. when Val directed
him to take the horse back 20 the stable.
and inquired if he were going to return
to Meadowdene.
"Yessah." said Hal, 81 'bleeged ter
be back dab TO day, an hits migten
nigh dat now, l reckon" and he clat-
tered away.
oval, seid Helen, "why did you not
let Captain Sutherlyn ride Alecto? Sine
could have carried him, am sure"
DANDY will do it easier said Val,
"and, too. [ wanted you to keep Alec,o.
You know Godfrey gave her 10 you, and
If anything were to happen 10 him yOu
might regret having not kept lor.
"Dcar old Val. she said. pressing his
arm tenderly. "You think OF every
thing
But what will you ride back to the
army she asked suddenly. 81 heard
you tell Aunt Helen that You intended
riding Dandy"
"Ganymede has carried me pretty
for two years. and l think
he can carry Inc awhile longer" he
said, trying to speak cheerfully, but
with poor success. 90 would like 10
buy another, but l am not able now.
The farm has hardly paid expenses since
the war began. "
Helen was silent. She had not before
realized Val's great generosity in giving
his horse, bat it all dawned
upon her now.
They were both silent until they
reached the house, when Helen said in
low tones, as they stopped at the side
door.
"Yal, I don't believe there is nobler
man living than you. Captain Suther-
Ign might well feel his utter inability to
ever reward you for your service to him.
How can he? dow can II"
Helen's voice was choked by emotion,
md she felt the binding tears OF graft /
,ude coursing down her cheeks.
For moment Val did not reply. Ho
,ould not sec Helen's tears. but the /
sound of her emotion in her voice !
,hrilled him. reused all his old love