Publisher's Synopsis
This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can usually download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1831 edition. Excerpt: ... rated, or, believe me, I would not promote an union that must be contracted in a clandestine manner. Perhaps I am not right; but I would not there should be two sacrifices in our family.' He turned from me, and sighed deeply. How much did this wound me!--' And is he not happy, ' said I, who so much deserves to be so?' But the subject was too delicate for even a sister to touch upon, and I checked my inquietude. " After a pause of a few moments, my brother continued--' Remember, my sister, that your happiness now is within your own power--that if you do not place it beyond the reach of accident, it may be for ever lost. Think of the misery of giving your vows to another, when Clarence possesses your affections.' I shuddered--' Ah, brother, ' cried I, ' you have conquered; I submit myself to your guidance.'--' You have done well, Emmeline, ' returned my brother, overjoyed. ' I congratulate you, on being the means of crowning the happiness of the most deserving of friends and princes. Whatever are the measures that must be taken, we must be secret, and all will be well.' " Delighted at the victory he had gained, my brother was hastening from me. I entreated he would excuse me to the duke--I was not willing he should see me that evening. Reluctantly enough he promised he would; but soon sent the marchioness to me, unwilling, no doubt, that I should be left to my reflections.-- Ah, madam!' exclaimed I, on seeing her, ' how have you betrayed the confidence I reposed in you! What mischiefs may not your imprudent avowal create!'-- I hope not, lady Emmeline; I did it from regard to the happiness of both. Forgive this breach of confidence now, and hereafter you will thank me for it.' I shook my head.--' Alas! my heart presages otherwise, ' cried I, ...