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Wilkeson's face, the coroner looked at the prisoner, and was evidently disappointed to observe no traces of a bruise upon his pale brow or cheeks, nor the lightest discoloration about his eyes. But the absence of this corroboration did not, in the coroner's opinion, throw the least discredit on the dream.
How could he, then, venture to disclose it to another? It was the suppression of this immature motive, that brought back that look of deceit and guilt to Marcus Wilkeson's ingenuous face. This unfortunate physiognomical revelation was not lost upon the keen eyes of the inventor. But he said: "Mr. Wilkeson, let us not say another word on this ridiculous subject.
But you shall have schooling to your heart's content now, whether you will or not. I agree with our dear friend, that no time should be lost in resuming your education. I shall insist upon setting apart two hundred dollars for that purpose. Wilkeson's discouraging remarks a moment ago."
Five years had improved Marcus Wilkeson's relish for a good book, an after-dinner pipe, and a chat with a friend. It was plain to all his friends even to those who were happiest in their wedded lives that Marcus was a great deal better off single than married. His was the genial monkish nature, which thrives best in celibacy.
It also forcibly occurred to him that it was wise policy to be on good terms, at all times, with the mistress of the house; and such was Miss Wilkeson's present position.
"What what is the matter with the young lady?" asked Uncle Ith, in great trepidation. "Shall I run for a doctor?" "No, Uncle Ith; no doctor. But we won't talk any more about this strange room at present. It affects Miss Wilkeson's nerves." "The shock is past, dear Bog," said she, "and I can bear to hear everything." "But you must promise to control yoursell, darling," said Bog, tenderly.
It is sufficient to say, that I am forced to believe that my daughter is the magnet which draws you to that neighborhood, and keeps your eyes riveted on that house. This is all I have to say on the first point in the letter." This was Marcus Wilkeson's golden opportunity, and he manfully determined to seize it.
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