Fisherman & farmer. [volume] (Edenton, N.C.) 1887-19??, 1892-01-15

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Another gentleman coming up claimed
her attention, and she did not have
another opportunity of speaking to
Howard. The evening passed slowly
and miserably to them both; but to all
outward appearances they seemed to
enjoy themselves very much. Howard
left quite early, and bowed coldly to
Stella, as she passed him, leaning on the
arm of the obnoxious Clifford. The day
began to dawn before the last of the
guests had departed.
"Well, Stella, hope you enjoyed
YOURSELF" said Mr.. Ingalls,, as the last
carriage rolled away, and the city guests,
who were to stay few days, had gone
to their rooms.
"You were certainly the belle of the
evening, my dear. l say, Stella, how
glum Stanton looked! Have you
offended him7 I hope not, for he is a
jolly good fellow" said her brother.
81 guess nothing very serious is the
matter; but think will retire now;"
and she kissed her parents and brother
very atfectionately, When she reached
her room, she locked the door, and
hastily taking eff her dress, put on her
wrapper, and seated herself by the fire.
''Well, this is the evening I expected
to have so much pleasure! wish [ was
less hasty. 1 need not have said that to
Howard. Poor fellow! and so soon
after his return home; but still, why
should always give up to him? he is so
exciting and jealous. Forbid me, in
deed The idea of his using such term
to me!': She soon retired to rest, but
could not sleep, and the morning found
her unrefreshed.
The breakfast bell ringing reminded
her that it, was time to rise, and dress
ing herself, she went down stairs. The
party were all assembled, including the
the guests, and the breakfast proceeded
merrily, in talking about the party. So
the day passed, and evening again came
round, but Howard did not appear. The
week passed in round of pleasure, rid
ing, excursions and calls. But Stella
was unhappy-she had not see or heard
from her lover since the memorable
evening. What could his silence mean?
But we will return to Howard. After
leaving Stella he drove slowly home; his
thoughts were somewhat similar to
Stella's.
81 wonder if was not little harsh
with her; perhaps kindness would have
been better. will wait few days and
give her time tc repent" But the days
passed slowly to him; several times he
almost determined to see her again, but
pride prevented him.
At length he hit upon plan of COM
promise, and the result ives the follow
note.
DEAR STELLA: When we parted the other
evening l was very angry, but. on thinking
the matter over coolly, realized was
little hasty and judged you severely. VIII
you show that you pardon me by riding with
me on Friday afternoon? will call for you
at o'clock with the carriage.
Yours truly, II. s.
AS Judge Ingalls, was goirg home
from village that evening he stepped into
the postoffice. Finding several letters
for himself and one for Stella, he put
them into his pocket; he read his own
on the way home, and finding company
when he reached there, Stella's letter
was entirely forgotten.
"Wife," said he, when they were
alone, 81 received letter to-day calling
me to Washington. I shall be obliged
to leave here by the first train tomorrow
morning. 1 expect to be absent about
two weeks"
The next morning when Stella went
down stairs she found her father had
already gone. After breakfast she pro-
posed to her friends to ride to Wood
distant; they were to start about noon,
and return by moonlight.
Four o'clock approached, and with it
came Howard, expecting to find Stella
ready and waiting for him. Finding she
was out, he inquired for her mother.
Mrs. Ingalls, entered the parlor, where
Howard was impatiently walking up and
down.
"What stranger you are, Howard"
said she, cordially, extending her hand.
"Where's Stella? Did she leave no
word for me?'
"Not that I know of; was she expect
ing you?"
"Yes, she expected me; strange she
should act So" murmured he "Tell
her called, and bid her goodbye for
me. Iloved her, and was willing to pass
over her little faults, if she would have
let me. am going South on business;
leave tonight"
II am very sorry, Howard, if there IS
any misunderstanding between you and
Stella. Can not help you in any way2"