The joy she felt in his
preservation would not be entirely confined to her heart, and Uncle
Nathan--unromantic bachelor as he was--could not but discern the deep
interest she felt in him.
The interview was concluded, and the worthy farmer left the gallery more
rejoiced than if he had himself been declared heir of Colonel Dumont's
millions; and he looked around, as excited as a school-boy on the first
day of vacation, to find Henry, and relate the good news.
CHAPTER XIII.
"Louder than the loud ocean, like a crash
Of echoing thunder." BYRON.
The day of the duel was a day of happiness to Emily Dumont. The
restraint which Jaspar's presence imposed was removed. Maxwell, from
prudence or some other motive, did not intrude upon her. Her heart was
rejoiced by the glad tidings which Uncle Nathan had conveyed to her.
Henry Carroll was permitted to enjoy her society. It was a day of bliss
to both; and, though a crowded steamer could ill afford the privacy
which new-born love ever seeks, yet opportunities of giving expression
to their feelings were not wanting.
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