​THE FOURTH SCENE.-5

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“Oh, Robert, if you were only married and happy, as I am!” “The time has gone by, my dear. I must make the best of it as I am, with my little nephew there to help me.” He left the room. His sister's tears fell fast as she followed him into the parlor. “There is something so forlorn and dreadful in your leaving us like this,” she said. “Shall I go to Aldborough to-morrow, Robert, and try if I can get acquainted with her for your sake?” “No!” he replied. “Let her be. If it's ordered that I am to see that girl again, I shall see her. Leave it to the future, and you leave it right.” He put on his shoes, and took up his hat and stick. “I won't overwalk myself,” he said, cheerfully. “If the coach doesn't overtake me on the road, I can wait for it where I stop to breakfast. Dry your eyes, m

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