The Cairo bulletin., 1904-08-30

| need of praise. He was a tall, hand
some. galIant-looking sailor. whose
| every movement was full of grace.
There was no DOUBT as to the depth OF
/ his affection for Anne de Rohan either.
| A hard task indeed was before Master
Philip Grafton.
| oh Mademoiselle," continued de
| Wire, stepping nearer her and setting
her hand, you made me SO happy by
| what Won said in the chateau. | have
chafcd in my restraint, wondering If
| it were true fearful that I have
dreamed IL. For what had done to
| deserve it?'
Monsieur" said Anne quickly,
catching sight of Grafton's clinched
lands and convulesd face, which moth
ing but his own passion kept from the
| observation of the Frenchman, "Mon-
sieur, | seize the FIRST opportunity TO
say what ! had scarcely time to ex-
plain or what you probably did nor
| comprehend, when bestowed uron
you my hard | have given my prom
Use to you, and that promise mean
to keep, but, monsieur, there is an
other who must be consulted. The
MARQUIS de Chabot, my grandfather;
the ultimate disposal of my hand and
fortune rests with him. Before the
| engagement is ratified or-ip short
monsieur / beg you to treat me as
your friend, until You have gained the
consent Of the head Of my house to
this marriage.
A lead that he'd crushed Philip to the
earth was fitted from his heart as
he card these words. It was a respite
she was giving him. AL least he would
rot have The torture OF the thought
that tho lips which had melted upon
his own should quiycr however re-
luctantly, under The touch of de Wire
mot yet
Time, only give him time. He
would find a way to take her, even
If he had 20 snatch her from the very
heart OF France, from the steps Of the
throne even. lie breathed again as he
listened.
AZ feast, murmured lie Vitrc, VINO
"to NlSiDlg AiStbhCtAlSu ny 'hAN
liberate statement from the woman
he loved, ~al least say that yod love
me.
Philips heart stood still for a mo-
mont; but The girl was equal TO the
situation.
Monsieur" she answered Il did,
not say that in the hall, can not say
it now | respect you, esteem yon.
rs there any other one?" he cried
ica.ously.
Monsieur de Wire. there is no gen
tlciuan of France who stands higher
in my regard than you do; let that
suffice you, sir"
Whether he noticed the cquiyocation
or not she could not tell for she gave
him no opportunity to intcrrogate her
further. you must press me no more,
monsieur" she added Il have said
enough"
Good God, dc Vitre," exclaimed
Grafton impatiently at This moment
Aren't yen satisfied with what You
have. mar? Half of New France is
filed with envy and would fain stand
in your shoes. ! warrant you"
Monsieur Grafton" cried de Wire
hauehtily at this unheard-of Interrupt
iion. by what right do YOU presume
but stop-I forgot myself Yon have
every right Say what you will, cap
tain can not forget that : owe you
life, liberty and love! | can never
repay you, but upon the honor OF a
Canadian, a Frenchman, you can ask
nothing of me that | will nor grant"
The truth that was behind the CRATE
ful words sealed Grafton's lips. For
tho moment he almost wished he had
not inteIfcred TO save his rivals life
but he instantly put the thought away
as unworthy a gentleman.
"'Tis nothing" he murmured. you
would have done as much for me, for
amy man. You put too much value"
"Mademoiselle Anne" cried Josette
entering 4he room in great agitation
"a messenger from the Monsieur dc
Ramesay!"
Anne took the paper and tore f.
open.
"A summons. gontlemeEl" she said
tho governor requires ne and my ser
wants 10 attend him at once at the
Chateau ST Louis. lie thinks we will
be safer with him file knows Of your
presence. Monsieur de Vitre. for he
SAYS you will escort us"
Anne was glad to have the scene
over. The emotions of the last few
moments had been almost too much
for her. As Josette brought her hat
and wrap she turned TO Grafton, ex-
tending her hand
Farewell. monsieur" she said.
"'Tis not goodbye. Mademoiselle dc
Rohan," cried Grafton. Selling her
hand. Il shall see you seain,'
u shall always be glad to sec you,
monsieur" she answered simply. Bit
ing her lip TO control its quivering.
Come. Monsieur de Wire"
MY friend" said de Wire. ere he
followed her from the room. have
no anxiety. I will see that some one
comes 10 you at once"
But Mademoisello Dc Rohan?" cried
Grafton.
Il viii take care ~ her. monsieur
returned the Ffenciman Deaninfiy.