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Nothing but strong indignation could have made John Martindale thus communicate such tidings. He had arrived that day at noon to find that the creature he had left in the height of her bright loveliness was in the extremity of suffering and peril her husband gone no one knew whither; and the servants, too angry not to speak plainly, reporting that he had left her in hysterics.
The world, however, upon the whole, went happily and easily with the worthy couple. Sir Geoffrey's debt to his neighbour Bridgenorth continued, it is true, unabated; but he was the only creditor upon the Martindale estate all others being paid off.
Arthur had never spoken so warmly to his mother, and the calm, inanimate dignity of her face relaxed into a kind response, something was faltered of 'every wish to show kindness; and he had risen to lead his wife to her side, when he perceived his aunt's bead-like eyes fixed on them, and she called out to ask Lady Martindale if Lady Elizabeth Brandon had returned.
'Ah! there would be a confusion owing to his being always called Percy. 'He said, too, that it was a good match for Miss Gardner, as he was heir to an estate in Yorkshire. 'Worthbourne! Then I am afraid it must be too true. The author, too! 'So Edward was told. 'I must write and ask John Martindale. He will be sure to know the whole history.
This is too much, said Violet, almost crying. 'You are so very kind. Oh! I should be so glad for Arthur to be spared the London winter! How happy the children will be! Thank you, indeed. 'You do consent, then! cried Lady Martindale, triumphantly. 'John thought we had not made you happy enough! 'John should know better! It is the greatest relief if Arthur likes it, I mean. 'Then you do stay.
Throw yourself into her company as much as you can, and when in her company pay her the kindest attentions. But do not visit her at her own house at present, or her father may crush the whole affair. When I see her again, I will drop a word in your favour." "I am certainly very much indebted to you, Mrs. Martindale, for your kind hints and promised interference.
Garth had taught her to dread disturbing her at night, and now Lady Martindale shrank with horror from letting her even approach the patient. But how had Mrs. Nesbit been rescued without the slightest burn, and what had occasioned Theodora's injuries? Not till Violet began to explain did it dawn on her what a heroine she was describing.
Do you expect us all to act the happy couple, like Captain and Mrs. Martindale the other night? You should have brought your own Percy to set us the example! said she, ending with a most unpleasant laugh. 'Georgina, you must not expect to see Percy. 'So! exclaimed Georgina. 'It is a new thing for the gentlemen to be particular and fastidious! I wonder what harm he thinks I should do him!
'Yes, you see it is of no use to oppose her. For my part, I think her papa has acted wisely in permitting the engagement. Contradiction would embellish her hero; while, left to him, she will soon find him out. I do not concern myself, for Miss Martindale can get over a little matter of this kind.
'Yes, standing reproved, and I might almost say punished, for my past disdain of this generous man. 'If you say so, what must I? Percy resolved that, after consulting Lord Martindale, he would at once set off for London, to signify his acceptance, and make the necessary inquiries. Theodora asked whether he meant to appear conscious of the influence exerted in his favour.
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