"Jerome," said Dr. Vaudelier, "this Maxwell must be watched, and, if you
are true to yourself, no one can do this duty as well as you."
"Trust me, sir! I am strong in this lady's service."
"I shall not doubt you, my son, until I have occasion to do so. I am
satisfied, if Miss Dumont is."
"I feel perfectly confident in the good faith of your son, and am
indebted to him for the zeal he manifests in my cause."
"Thank you, Miss Dumont," said Vernon. "You are too generous; but, be
assured, your confidence shall not be abused."
It was determined that Vernon should immediately depart for Vicksburg,
whither Maxwell had gone.
CHAPTER XXII.
"He gives me leave to attend you,
And is impatient till he sees you."
SHAKSPEARE.
It was the afternoon of the same day, as Dr. Vaudelier was reclining
upon a rustic seat near the landing, he was surprised by the appearance
of a canoe coming down the creek. The canoe contained an elderly
gentleman, and a negro, who, after several unsuccessful attempts,
succeeded in landing the passenger upon the little pier.
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