Clodwig spoke of Aunt Claudine, asked after her favorite pursuits, and was glad to own a fine telescope, which she could use at Wolfsgarten.
After a brief rest, Bella left them and went into the park.
CHAPTER VIII.
A STRUGGLE BETWEEN DUTY AND PASSION.
"I must speak with you this evening in the park, under the weeping ash," Eric had said to Bella as they were getting out of the boat.
"This evening?" she asked.
"Yes."
"And in the park, under the weeping ash?"
"Yes."
She had of her own accord placed her arm in his, and they walked together in silence to the villa; then she relinquished his arm, and went straight to Clodwig and the Mother.