For an hour he would not suffer her to
leave him; yes, it took him an hour, to tell her how well she looked in
her riding-dress.
Neither of them spoke of the events which had separated or re-united
them. It was enough that they were together. They perfectly trusted
each other without explanations. Those could come afterward, but this
day was too fair for any memory of sorrow. When Elizabeth came down
to dinner she found Harry standing at Richard's knee, explaining to
him the lessons he was studying. Her eyes took in with light the
picture--the thoughtful gentleness of the dark head, the rosy face of
the fair-haired boy.
"I have been showing the gentleman my new book, aunt;" then he bowed
to Richard, and, gently removing himself from his arm, went to his
aunt's side.
"He says he is called Henry Hallam."
"Yes, he is my brother's only child."
And Richard dropped his eyes; and, turning the subject, said, "I called
at the rector's as I came here. He insists upon my staying with him,
Elizabeth. He says the hall is not prepared for visitors."
"I think he is right, Richard."
"I brought him a likeness of Phyllis and her husband. I have a similar
gift for you."
"No one will prize them more. When did you see Phyllis?"
"A month ago. She is well and happy. John is a member of the
Legislature this year.
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