"But before we go, I have a word more to say: there is one thing about you
both that greatly comforts and encourages me, my darlings; that is your
truthfulness, your perfect openness with me and willingness to
acknowledge your faults."
Those concluding words brought a flush of joy and love to each young face
as they were lifted to his. He gave a hearty kiss to Lulu, then to Max,
and led them from the room, a very happy pair.
CHAPTER XXV.
"One sacred oath has tied
Our loves; one destiny our life shall guide,
Nor wild, nor deep, our common way divide."
--Prior.
Edward sat at the open window of his wife's boudoir enjoying the beauties
of the landscape--the verdant lawn and shrubberies, the smiling fields and
wooded hills beyond--the sweet morning breeze and the matin songs of the
birds, while Zoe in the adjoining room put the finishing touches to her
toilet.
She came to him presently, very simply dressed in white, looking sweet and
fresh as a rose just washed with dew, and seated herself upon his knee.
"Darling!" he said, low and tenderly, putting his arm about her slender
waist and imprinting a kiss upon the rosy cheek.
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