The Lamar register. [volume] (Lamar, Colo.) 1889-1952, 1911-11-08

You must believe me, Captain
Wayne; 1 could not bear to have you
feel that I could prove such an in
CRATE"
you need never suppose I should
think that" replied, with an earnest
ness of manner that caused her to
glance at me in surprise. Il con-
fldently expected to hear from you all
day, and finally when no word came
I became convinced some such mis-
conception as you have mentioned
must have occurred Then 1t became
my turn to act upon my own behalf
II would preserve my life; yet never
for one moment have 1 doubted you
me-"
She waited quietly while q couple
passed us and sought seats nearer the
door.
Tell me the entire story" she said
gently.
Al quickly as possible 1 reviewed
tho salient events which had occurred
since our last meeting. Without deny
ing the presence of Major Brennan
during my stormy meeting with Gen.
eral Sheridan. did not dwell upon II.
nor mention the personal ARRAY that
had occurred between US. Even had
/ not supposed the man to be her
husband l should never have taken
advantage Of his treachery to advance
my own cause As I concluded there
was q tear glistening on her long
lashes, but she seemed unconscious
Of II, and made no attempt to dash
It away.
You have not told me ALL" she
commented quietly. But I can under.
stand and appreciate the reason for
your silence. lnow Franks impetu-
osity. and you are very kind. Captain
Wayne, to spare my feelings. but you
must not remain here: every moment
of delay increases your danger. Sher-
idan and those OF his staff who would
surely recognize you were expected
back before this. and may appear at
any moment-yet how can you get
awayf how is It possible for me to
assist your"
There was an eager anxiety in her
face that piqued me. Like most lovers
chose to give It q wrong interprs-
tation.
You are anxious to be rid Of mer
I asked. ashamed Of the words even
as I uttered them.
That remark Is unworthy Of you"
and she arose to her feet almost
haughtily. My sole thought IN this
is the terrible risk you incur in re-
naming here"
Your interest then ia personal to
me, may I believer"
81 am q loyal woman" proudly.
"and would do nothing whatever to
imperil the cause OF by country;
but your condemnation IL unjust. and
am, in q measure. responsible for It.
i assist you. Captain Wayne, for your
own sake. and in response to my in
dividual sense of honor"
Have you formulated any planr
she asked quickly. and her rising color
made me feel that she had deciphsred
my struggle in my eyes.
only to walk out under protec-
ton of this uniform, and when once
safe in the open to trust that same
good fortune which has thus far be-
friended me-"
She shook her head doubtfully. and
stood a moment in silence. lookins
thoughtfully at the moving figures In
the room beyond.
Il fear it cannot be done without
arousing suspicion" she said at last.
slowly. Il chance to know there are
unusual precautions being taken to-
night. and the entire camp is doubly
patrolled. Even this house has .
Gordon of guards about It. but for
what reason l have not learned. No"
she spoke decisively. there is no 9th
er way. Captain Wayne. l am going
to try to save you tonight. but in doing
SO I must trust my reputation in your
keeping"
81 will protect It with my life"
Protect 1t with your silence. rather.
/ know you to be a gentleman. or 1
should never attempt to carry out the
only means of escape which seems at
all feasible. Discovery would place
me in an extremely embarrassing posi-
ton, and 1 must rely upon you to pro
tect me from such a possibility"
Il beg you" began. do not com
promise yourself In any way for my