with them, and

bler loves, an

in its warmth, and surprising, as the two men were totally different in t

hem all, none was, perhaps, so dear as this young friend. Robert was a man

on, though he was able to be at his office most of the time, and still kept his hearty, healthy appearance. His hand-clasp was a

of his condition, which was what he desired. She still kept up her music and her club duties, at his request. It was evident

hen they reached the home, they found Mrs. Walker softly playing the piano. Greeting them, she asked sweetly, "Do you

in bed with pillows, and they were both shocked at the change in his appearance, wrought by his illness of

lled heartily when he saw them, "

ng over to a stand where there was an array of

id you ever see such an unnatural child? Every time I really begin to

aid, "But, Papa, you have to take it.

obeyed,' so I'll take it. Though I can't imagine why I need

parts, you see." There was a little laugh at her remark, but it was only half-hearted,

the pillows exhausted. As he laid there, a light of exquisite enjoyment c

o in harmony with the sadness of the occasion, that Meg was obliged to rise s

d then turning to Robert, Charlie said: "Did you ever hear

er to the bed, asked gayly of her husband: "Did you like t

obert and Meg, who had exchanged glances, and were preparing to leave: "Must you go now? You

er grief no longer, and began to sob. "Oh,

was the gra

ill have to shake that woman and