Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1904-01-08
CHAPTER Xv.-(CcntinuedJ


Encouraged by the doctt@'s noble and
polite behavior, Beatrice accepted his
gind offer In fact, at that moment she
was unable to pay for his services, as
the money which she had brought with
Aer had become exhausted long ago.
SAT present | accept your kind oIei
thankfully; but [ ought to tell You lit
-Ie secret am betrothed, and although
cannot cancel my debt just now, my
5uture husband will gladly take upon
himself this obligation"
Paul Gurned his face towards the win
2oW to conceal his disappointment. lie
aad already pictured the hope of happy
domestic existence with her at his side
5ut now it was suddenly shattered by
Beatrice, though unintentionaly. Brave
~ he battled against his bitter fate, but
resolved to render her the same assist
ance as heretofore.
''Quite right, Miss Trevor. However
30 long as your betrothed is not here
you must confer this office upon me. We
Aave become slightly acquainted" he
added, "and 1 hope you will not regard
me as a stranger"
mo" she answered "That would not
anly be very unkind, but unjust"
THANK you! Will you please tell me
Cow l can serve your
You would confer a great favor by
suggesting some employment for me,
she answered earnestly.
What do you wish to seek work
Your nature is very little qualified to
some in contact with the rough world
Sat present l may appear disqualified
sor work; but you will be surprised when
you see me fully restored"
x Rrdently wish your early GONZALES
eence, dear lady" he said, adding: docs
your affianced know of this-that you
are here?'
Bitter tears came to her eyes.
mot yet" she lamented, but l hope
ae will know very soon. received some
very discouraging news to-day. l sent
a letter to him, but he has not received
b.
"Wen, he may come in person.
would Ike to see you happy"
I'VE are not permitted to marry be
cause am not of age" she said, conf
SeRtially. Perhaps l had better speak
Cranky. Please listen. We must wait
ahree yeaes before | can marry, and, IN
aii that time, l must earn my own liveli
aood. I have a guardian, but [ wish tc
8orget his very existence" she urged We
Aemently.
what would | not undergo in order
90 be of any service to you? Poor lady
Sou have chosen hard lot, but do not
forget that after rain comes sunshine
Your situation will be bettered, and hap
py is he who can procure for you joy
9ul existence"
''Yes; we will be happy together. Yot
win be his friend, and he will be thank
aul 10 you for your kindness. And how
Is 1t with my prospect of getting work
Gan you not possibly suggest some
sAing2"
81 will take it into earnest considera
siOn. Have you attained any experience
"a talent-in any particular line-art
Miss Trevor"
81 am a fair pianist and can sing"
"Perhaps you would like to assist il
musical entertainments?
Mr.. Debano, | believe [ could hardly
after one note, embarrassed as | am; be
aides, some one may recognize me by my
voice"
''Then nothing remains but to work a
Aome," he said, laughingly. Surely yo1
possess skilled hand at embroidering
or, perhaps, can paintT"
Yes, yes" she quickly assured.
We'll, as soon as your health permits
will get you some ORDERS" and he re
solved to give a few himself
"Really, really, can it be arranged 2
Rhs asked, almost in childish glee at the
sudden change in her hopes. II mus
earnestly strive to take care of mysel
and get enough together to pay my
debts"
would you please accept little LOAF
an advance for some of the work l wan
done for myself?" inquired Paul, blush
ang like school boy.
"No no, dear doctor; borrowing dim:
she purity of friendship. First l vii
ary my hand at painting-you still prom
ass to get the orders?"
y will fulfill my promises tomorrow,
no replied, adding: But where are the
servants z"
"Oh. that is another secret" ahe as
serted, mirthfully. Julia and Kenneth
Satend to marry in q few days and are
making the necessary preparations"
"Ah, l had missed them. WE'LL vel
"a very nice young man. 1 will pre-
sent him with a watch as a wedding gift
30 that he can keep good track of tn,
ntnHtes while away from your side.'
Thus speaking. he withdrew from thu
slain but Clearly kept room.
CHAPTER XVI.
The ground was covered with snow
and when the sun shone again through
ahe gray clouds, trees and shrubs sen