Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1908-10-09

00 hand with Kari, and sue
awoke with sense OF regret that the
realities Of everyday life should take
the place Of such joyous vision. She
felt strangely elated during the day
and eagerly waited for the hour when
Herman was to call for her and take
her to Karl's studio.
II wonder what II will Ire like
thereT she asked herself dozen
times. II think ! have always been
Jealous OF that studio and Its possibli-
ties. and I have always wanted to SO
there-but | did not dare"
Then she chded herself for the
thought she had not uttered.
why, I'm goose! What am con-
Tossing here to myself? That am in
love with Karl? What silly nonsense!
Come, Olga. you are getting romantic"
Herman came after luncheon. and
they drove together TO the studio
building Old Heinrich admitted them,
his eyes growing big and round at the
imposing splendor of Herman's great
coat and the bewildering beauty of the
grand lady.
Karl, in his artists velvet jacket.
hurried forward to greet them.
welcome to my workshop" he
cried
How do you do?" Olga said. barely
giving him her hand and turning at
once to let her eyes rove curiously
around the walls of the room.
How do you do. karl?" Herman
said. You see we are prompt And
now am curious to see your place"
Karl watched Olga as she surveyed
the room. He felt piqued at her SEEM
Ing lack Of interest In him.
$50 this Is your wonderful studio"
she said absently.
1T is much like junkshop." Karl
said deprecatingly.
ut is very interesting" Olga said
"Whose picture is that?" she asked,
pointing to a painting of a half nude
figure on the wall.
That? Oh. that is model who has
posed for me-"
"Oh, yes; recognize it. We met the
girl on the stairs, Herman"
'Oh. yes; that Is She"
Herman busted himself looking at
the picture, chuckling over those that
caught his unpoetic fancy and nudg
ing Karl in the ribs at some Of them.
II must come again and inspect
them more at my leisure" he said
This afternoon have to go away"
II am sorry you are not to remain"
Karl said politely.
"Oh. | suppose We might put Of the
sitting in view of the fact that the
picture might have been painted any
time these last six years." Herman
said But Olga has been nervous
about the ball we are going to tonight.
and | thought it best to bring her to-
day to distract her. You know this Is
really a house warming tonight"
"And we were obliged to invite so
many people," Olga said, still looking
at the pictures.
81 hate these social affairs" Her.
man ratified on. but l suppose in our
position they are inevitable. What
time shall return for Olga?"
1T grows dark quickly" Karl said.
looking at his watch. SIN another hour
We shall not be able to see. Suppose
you return about 4 O'clock"
Very well. And now | must be 60
ing. You are coming to the ball to-
night. Karl? You know you really are
the guest Of honor. Isn't he, Olga?"
"Yes, indeed. Karl Is to fall In love
with his future wife tonight"
Karl looked at her, but she spoke
with perfect self possession and light.
ly.
Il shall do my BEST" he said, and
he tried to speak with enthusiasm.
"Ah, you are not half grateful
enough for this treasure, Karl. You
should be happy" Olga said
"Of course he should, and he will, n
Herman interposed, moving toward the
door. I'VE will all be happy, you and
Elsa and Karl and I-every body,
hope"
Olga went nearer to Karl and spoke
seriously.
"She is very charming girl. Karl.
IF you say one word more about that
girl, shall fall in love with her imme
diately, which would be ahead of my
matrimonial schedule" Karl replied
Jestingly. "You know am not obliget
to fall in love until tonight"
"Well. we'll, must be off," Herman
said as he went up to kiss Olga. Good
by. dear. shall call for you at 4
o'clock"
Almost against his will, Karl asked
question which he had never befor,
in all his life thought Of.
AREN'T you afraid to leave you
wife alone?"
"AlOneY
with me, l mean"
Herman looked at him and Their
spoke jestingly. but with an effort. 81
am hurrying away because l am afrait
shall change my mind and take digs
with me-" he said.
"You are not jealous" Olga asked.
'If you don't want the truth-no.
am not" Herman replied and in his
tone there was the peculiar meaning
which his words did not convey. If
were not afraid of becoming ridicu
lous should say warningly, Children
be sure to be good"
He paused and looked at both 0,
them Then he said:
"Goodby."
AS he turned Karl followed and es
corted him through the door. dig
stood frowning, worried, Ill at ease
Karl looked at her in surprise whe
he returned.
What Is the matter?" he asked.