The Caldwell tribune. [volume] (Caldwell, Idaho Territory [Idaho]) 1883-1928, 1898-01-15

Mellow and warm WerS those sum
beams ere they crept through the leafy
canopy Of the forest, and bathed CRATE
fully the massive trunk of the great
tree, whose hollow stairway gave safe
shelter to the hapless orphan.
They all slept far into the day; but
when Emile came down he found
Felicie quietly giving the youth glass
of water, and bathing his head.
His eyes looked rational and intelli-
gent; as Emile came forward, they
frightened perceptfbly.
You are better" said the latter,
ioyfully.
Thank you, I believe so: have I
been III? Shall we get along on the
journey to-day? Ny friends win be so
painfully anxious, / would risk great
deal. But you seem destined to be my
preserver."
Emile looked little embarrassed.
mot so rational as I supposed" gald
he, in an undertone. "MademoiseIle
Chlotilde, will you be SO good as to get
me little of the bread for my break
fast, and there is some cold meat, I
think"
She obeyed at once, and this errand
took her to the farther apartment.
Emile seized the moment to bend
over the youth.
Have you forgotten the terrible
night at the chateau, how you were
knocked senseless, how / brought you
to the forest, to my secret retreat, and
do you remember that your name is
Jules Hentz. and that there is caution
to be maintained before all, even my
little niece here?"
He spoke the words rapidly, but with
emphasis; Jules stared at him a mo-
ment vacantly, then shuddered from
head to foot.
Mon Dieul Mon Dieu! oh. yes, I
Heaven help meP cried
ne, in voice of anguish.
Emile laid his cool hand upon the
fevered forehead.
You are safe, it shall be well with
you, only promise to be calm. / shall
care for you"
He caught the hand in his. and the
tears gushed over It.
Noble benefactor, nobler than the
'oyalists Of an imperial line! what can
ever do to express my gratitude?"
BE calm, and learn to recover happi-
ness"
Jules smiled feebly, closed his eyes
and sank or into slumber.
Emile fastened to the side Of Felicte.
Who was setting forth the little table
With every delicacy she could find.
You are taking too much trouble.
lear Chlotilde; (you see must accus-
ON you to the nance only some bread
md meat, and little wine. You will
Ind a spirit lamp for your coffee.
omeWhere. / am sorry you must do
Without servant; but it is impera-
lively necessary that you learn to un-
erstand little Of the work usual to
ne class you are to represent: l viii
~ to make it as easy as possible for
Ou."
Her eyes filed with tears.
Fray don't think of trying. dear
enerous friend; am so thankful for
FORK, anything that keeps my hands
usy, and my mind from dwelling on
asst horrors. And for you! oh. how
lady would go upon my knees, wear
he hesh from my fingers, to feel was
saliy repaying little OF what owe
} yon." -,
my child" began Emile, and broke
own with the sob that caught bis
olce; the angel above knows how
lily am rewarded for all 1 can do for
on, without any returns of yours. Vet
I've me a little affection, such as
light claim if were really your
ncie, and I shall be blest indeed"
Lady Felicie took his hand and
Used it to her lips.
Emile turned away, too much AZ
'eted by the simple act to be able to
ply. y
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