Pearl Sutton's Love (Paperback)

This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1888. Excerpt: ... 175 CHAPTER LI. REDWOOD MAKES A FINAL DISCOVERT. Let her keep her pride, Mine hath enabled me to bear her scorn: It may be, time too will avenge it. Byron. MRS. TINSLEY was delighted with Pearl's visit, but her delight was somewhat damped when she fully understood the request made to her. Nevertheless, being a good old soul, her pride gave way under the description of Geraldine's desolation, and she promised to do her best. "I have seen Mr. Rennel," said Pearl, "and he has taken a very gloomy view of her condition; still Mr. Rennel is a confirmed hypochondriac, so I have sent for Dr. Barrington, and hope his opinion will be more favourable." "The latter's word certainly possesses more authority," said the old lady. "I heartily hope he will give the same opinion as he gave in Mr. Hayton's case." "Will you go as soon as possible, and treat her just as if I was the patient?" "I can comply with the first request; the second is too severe. However, trust me, I will attend to her to the best of my ability. You are not looking well yourself this morning; I hope it is only appearance, not reality." "Thank you. This anxiety coming so suddenly has, no doubt, left its impression; I have learnt to love poor Geraldine dearly." "She may recover, don't be downcast," cried Mrs. Tinsley cheerfully. "I must go now, because we have visitors this afternoon. You will notice Geraldine is very weary, she was up till four this morning, waiting for her father." Pearl left the house in which she had spent so many happy hours, and walked slowly down the rose path to the Grotto, at the entrance of which she met John the coachman. "Well, John," she said, smiling, "have you been troubled with any ghosts since I left?" "No, my lady; you see, my lady, these ghosts somehow prefer summer ...