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When he learned that Miss Roscom had left the city, and he found himself unable to learn anything of her, he became embittered towards us all. He soon after declared his intention of returning to England; but what grieves me most of all is, that he will hold no correspondence with us since leaving home. He has now been ten months absent.
She left us to attend to her mother during the illness which terminated in her death, and after that event she again returned to us. But, to tell you all in a few words, Willie fell in love with her, and asked her to become his wife. When I first learned the fact I suppose I made use of some rather strong language to Miss Roscom, so much so that she left my house that very night.
"I too have business up town, and I will drive Miss Roscom to the store where she is to make her purchases, and call for her on my return." Mrs. Leighton replied in a low, but changed voice, "Why not send James, the coachman; it is more proper." I did not wait to hear Willie's reply, but, when I came down, prepared for going out, the coachman was in waiting with the carriage.
Leighton, coming forward, said, "Miss Roscom, allow me to introduce to you my son Willie." I felt much relieved by this unceremonious introduction. For a time we engaged in general conversation. The manner of Willie was so genial and pleasant that I at once felt at ease in his society. I had often thought that Birdie resembled no other member of the family, but that was before I saw Willie.
I intend, as soon as circumstances permit, to seek another home. Remember me as a friend only, and whatever my own feelings may be, I shall at least have the satisfaction of knowing that I have acted wisely and for the best." His countenance expressed extreme agitation, as, rising, he said, "You have made me very unhappy, Miss Roscom.
He replied in the affirmative, and added, "I know not whether or not I am addressing an old acquaintance; but your countenance is not familiar to me." Mr. Egmont replied, "I am not aware that we have ever met before; but this young lady who is your niece, Miss Roscom, has travelled in company with myself and wife, and I wished to leave her in your home before resigning my care of her."
Leighton to open the subject, for I well knew what had brought her to my room, and I cared not how soon she made known the object of her visit. At length she said, "It seems to me, Miss Roscom, that you have rendered a very base return for my kindness." As she seemed waiting my reply, I said, "Will you have the goodness, Mrs.
"As you have asked me a plain question, I think it my duty to give you a candid answer. I know not," continued the physician, "how it might have been had I been called six months ago, but now I fear the case of Mrs. Roscom is beyond the reach of medicine. I will gladly do my utmost for her, but I fear that a few months, it may be a few weeks, will terminate her life."
I made a hasty movement to rise and leave the arbor, when he addressed me saying, "Why is it, Miss Roscom, that you constantly avoid me, and treat me with such marked coolness? I am sure I have not merited such treatment. I have long sought an opportunity to speak with you alone, and now you must hear me. Allow me to tell you that I have long loved you, with a deep and true affection.
"To Miss Clara Roscom: "I am extremely anxious for an interview with you; but my state of health will not allow of my leaving my own residence. I therefore earnestly request you to accompany Lewis upon his return home, for I must see you. I am sensible that I have no right to ask of you this favor; but I trust that the kindness of your heart will induce you to comply with my request.
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