Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-02-10

mischief maker had whispered to her
and now. almost at the last hour Il
that the Hon. Gerald had fallen in love
with some one else, which, by the way,
happened to be the truth. The whis-
perez who seemed remarkably well In
formed. had also told her that thu
meetings mostly took place in my
rooms!
AS 1 listened to this, / began to feel
that the little comedy was beginning
to he tinged with a more serious ele-
ment. l watched Kitty closely, but
could not tell what was passing in her
mind. She lighted a cigarette and
puffed it slowly
please don't misunderstood me!'
said Lady Delicia at the finish--and
there was a dignity about the slim,
young figure that / liked. I've SIM
ply come here to know the truth. Mr..
Derisford ana | are not formerly en-
gagged. If he loves some one else,
shall not stand in his way. 1 only
want to know-that's ALL
Kitty thrust one hand deep in the
pocket of her velveteen coat and
Il see you love him. she said, quiet
ly.
Lady Delicia gave a little start and
raised her head there were tears glis-
tening on her eyelashes.
Yes. l love him. she answered
gently.
Poor Kitty.
But that wouldn't matter-I want
him to be happy" continued the girl,
bravely. Now, Mr.. Heder, tell me the
truth, please. Is this Miss Carvill any,
thing to him?''
Kitty suddenly dropped into a chair
ana went into fit of laughter.
''Oh, my dear young lady, it's simply
wicked to tease you!" she cried. IF
he only dared" And she was con-
yulsed again.
/ don't know which was the more
surprised at this new phase, Lady
Delicia or myself.
do tell me what you mean, Mr..
Helder?' she mplored
Kitty checked her merriment with an
effort and rose to her feet.
Those stale old mountains that can
be manufactured for you by dear
friends out of molehills. When I tell
| you that little Kitty Carvill. the
actress, is engaged to be married to
me. you will understand how / appre-
ciate the humor of the situation"
you really mean that" cried Lady
| Delicia, in tremulous tones.
Just ask her!" answered Kitty COM
posedly. She caught hold of the girls
hand and patted it in fatherly way.
| / suppose she must have learned the
trick from me.
"Derisford has been looking me up
rather a lot lately with regard to law
details for the new bill your father is
fostering, and little Kitty has naturally
been here-she generally is. you know!
Some kind friends have learned of his
Visits and promptly misconstrued them
for your benefit. So there your little
trouble is disposed of. Go home and
receive Gerald with open arms. and
lnext week I shall look out for the an
Inouncement in the Post Hey. presto!
TRY our magic conversations with the
Hermit of Saxbury Court! What
she finished gayly.
Never in my life had 7 so admired
Ikitty as at that moment.
Then the surprise came. The door
suddenly opened and the Hon. Gerald
came racing in.
Sorry I'm late, Helder." he began
then came to an abrupt stop as he
Icaught sight of the smiling Lady
Delicia. His glance drifted on to the
Iquaint, gray headed figure in the velvet
Ieen coat. He managed Just to savt
Ibis jaw from falling.
Lady Delicia rescued the situation.
How extraordinary to meet here
IGerald I've been selling charity tick
lets for. Lady Gretten. and she gave M
la list of herxfriends to victimize. Mr.
{Helder was the first, and he has beer
VERY kind.
began to admire Lady Delicia, too
She evidently had the nlakings OF /
lpilitician's wife in her.
And directly l heard her name
Rerisford. ratified on Kitty. Il re
lmembered. l don't know why, but yo'
lyoung people in love always single M
out for your absurd condolences
She stepped forward, and held OH
her hand to Lady Delicia.
Now. you're just to take him righ
Eaway. | absolutely refuse to be bore
with law details this afternoon A
| you've met enc another make 1t a holi
dayte-a in discreet nook IN Bond-s'
, and stroll through the park pack
dinnerI There, away with you
I Lady Delicia blushed happily as sf
shook hands. -----