New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1903-08-21

derstand. II wiz not occur again: and. re-
leasing me- he,wsnt on into the garden
Fortunately, Madam slept late that afternoOn
and I had time TO slip upstairs and think
awhile, as well 10 dress before Joined her.
That was a typical Fourth OF July the
Hudson!-very hot until six. then. with gath
ering clouds gradually obscuring the sky,
under heavy pail and by o'clock rain des-
cending in foods putting out all fireworks save
those OF heavens providing
Mon Dieu!' cried Julie as the time for cook
ing the dinner drew near. what day have 7
| passed. Alone all the morning with Madame.
and now, behold. storm approaches and what
to DO l know not! fear the lightning fear
monsieur. who commands me 10 soothe Ma
dame. All, juste ciel. quene journee," and the
usually impressive Frenchwoman vrung her
hands Hush" she exclaimed suddenly star
ing out of the window Behold Monsieur He
walks with NJ Sturgis What does he say
1t had grown quiet every sound was dis
tinctly heard AS Mr.. Errantf with his friend
| approached the house from the avenue.
heard him say sweet. silky tones:
You'll give me my revenge tonight. Stur-
/ gis?"
Certainly. Erranti. If you wish it." replied
Mr.. Sturgis but he laughed lncomfortabIy
jules eyes cleaned as she said. Monsieur
/ Sturgis viii do well 70 beware" Her smile was
unpleasant. but had no time TO wonder at IT or
! her words. Madam had detained me so long
/ that was forced TO return to the kitchen in NY
/ delicate muslin, which worried me. The maids
/ pinned my flowing sleeves behind my shoulders.
/ and, tucking up my train, enveloped myself
! in huge apron and went TO work When. at
! $50, hurried back TO Madam, I found her
in bed, shivering with terror at the noises OF the
storm the wailing OF the wind through the
/ trees. and the rumbIing of stin distant thunder.
God be praised"' cried Julie. you are come
at last Mademoiselle! Hear. then, the thunder
| which approaches All. Mademoiselle. remain
with Madame. beg, impIorer'
Athena" cried Madam from the bed come
close to me. Don't leave me 70 the care OF that
woman. ma bien-aineel She fears the devil
her master. who comes for her in the storm
Taking my hands she drew me down beside her
| Lay thy sweet face by mine. cherie'-stroking
my cheek with her poor swollen hand-.and
leave me not. love thee dear child. and fear
| nothing when thou art near. for thou art one ot
Gods angels" Then. with swift change OF tone.
covering with sudden terror in my arms. "Ah.
the thunder! Hold me fast. Athena. I am
afraid?'
At that moment Mr. Erranti entered calm.
! smiling and handsome. As his eyes encountered
mine there came into their Iustrous depths an
expression I failed 10 understand Madam.
making a great effort, sat Up in bed. greeting
him with a tremulous smile She chung TO my
hands keeping me beside her.
Philip" entreatingly. her voice trembling.
Philip, I want Athena to stay with me to
night
IF she will be so kind" added her son. look
ing down upon me with the odd expression in his
| eyes.
She has cooked for thee and those noisy men
all day." said Madam. vehemently; surely she
might stay with me all night
Julie and I exchanged glances. Was this how
poor Norah's secret was keDtl
''What?' questioned Philip. sternly yet as II
he could not believe his ears What are you
saying. ma mere? Miss Dean cook for me-
I don't understand"
Thou art usually quick enough. Philip
whimpered Madam. observing my startled
glance at Julie. seeing all about thy houss
with those great eyes Of thine, Yes Athena
cherie, I now remember thou didst say I was
not TO tell but I am old. and the old forget
Yes. old, old. old, A feeble old woman. rien De
plusr
She covered her face with her hands but
| watched US all through her fingers.
Us this true. Miss Dean?" Philip asked
Much annoyed. I replied in the Affirmative
"Norah is I'll. I am housekeeper. C'est mon
| rn8tier-'
1T shall not occur again" said Philip
/ thought OF our interview in the garden "Cray
can get supper grill bones. devil lobsters-what
| you order. He cooks we'll though not ToyI
| can, Miss Dean I know now what have tn
| guard against IN this-foe a mine own house
hold. We can't have this lovely child killing
| herself in our service. NIaman-7
NO" said Madam. under her breath She
looked frightened. unhappy
Try TO spare her. Maman. 10 control thyseIr
for her sake. Try not 10 dim this sunshine thai
has come TO brighten our dull home. Promise
me to be calm and kind He stopped and
! kissed her cheek
| Yes. Philip" Madam spoke rneeLly.
| You consent TO remain here for tonight
| would rather know you to be here than up-
| stairs" said Mr.. Erranti, turning 10 ne
/ I disliked the tone the conversation had taken
After saying coldly that I should. OF course. do
! as Madam wished. I asked him not to rebHks
| the servants for obeying my orders in keeping
| silent about the illness in the house
They must always obey your orders" was
the suave answer. 7 myself viii be the first
! 10 set them an example"
There came a tap az the door. and Claude
/ thrust his head in
Mr.. Sturgis a-hollerin' his head of for you.
sir. Hadn't yo1 better come along?''
/ Mr.. Sturgis was not kept waiting
! CTo be continued}