She embarked with Dr. Vaudelier, and they were soon gliding down the
mighty river on their way to Cottage Island. Emily had wished Hatchie to
accompany her, as much for his safety as for her own; but the faithful
fellow desired to stay at the wood-yard. They had before had an
interview in relation to the will. Uncle Nathan, who had been made the
custodian of it, had not been seen or heard from, and her case again
seemed to be desperate. Hatchie assured her of his safety, and of his
good faith. He had left him in the hold, and, with common prudence, the
worthy farmer might have made his escape unharmed. Emily, who now
regarded her devoted servant in the light of a guardian angel, had
entire confidence in his reasoning and conclusions. Of Hatchie's motive
in remaining at the wood-yard she had no conception. If she had had, she
would probably have insisted on his attendance.
After the departure of Dr. Vaudelier and Emily, Hatchie went to the
cabin, and took therefrom a carpet-bag belonging to Maxwell,--an article
which, even in the hurry of his exit from the steamer, he had not
omitted to take.
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