If I had known I was offending her,
I would not have done it for the world. I cannot sufficiently thank
you for your great kindness to my friend Wilkinson and me, nor
shall I soon forget the happiest days of my life in your delightful
home. Please make my sincere apologies to the Squire, and any other
dear friends whom I may have left abruptly, under the peculiar
circumstances of my departure. Remember me gratefully to Mrs.
Carmichael, Mrs. Du Plessis, and the young ladies, and give my love
to all the children.
I am, dear Mrs. Carruthers,
Very sincerely and thankfully yours,
EUGENE CORISTINE.
P.S.--Please forgive me for sending a few bonbons for the children
by this mail. E.C.
"That's a very nice gentlemanly letter, Marjorie," said Mrs. Carruthers,
returning it.
"I like yours better, Aunty; it is not so stiff."
"Nonsense, you silly girl. I am only 'dear' and you are 'my dear.
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