"
A few minutes before it was time to leave for the train Guy came behind
Hugh and whispered a few words in his ear, words that sent a flash of light
and joy into his dark, sad face.
"God bless you, Traverse, for this kindness; I was getting desperate; five
minutes will suffice," was the reply, and he slipped out of the room,
crossed the hall, and a moment more was standing by Dexie's side.
"Traverse told me you were here, Dexie, and that I might come and say
good-bye to you alone," and taking her hands in his own, added:
"Dexie, if there should come a time when you need a friend, or if you
should ever be in trouble, will you promise to let me know and let me be
the one to help you? You know how gladly I would serve you."
"Thank you, Mr. McNeil, you are very kind; I will not forget your offered
help. I hope you will have a pleasant journey home," and she drew away her
hands and turned away.
"Dexie, when we parted in Halifax you gave me angry looks, even at the
moment of parting, but there was a hope in my heart that helped me to bear
it. It is different now; do not add to my present misery the memory of your
cool, indifferent words.
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