"We have found the man who was guilty of that crime," said Mr. Thaxton.
Violet shuddered, but sighed.
"It is dreadful," she said, faintly. "And I had hoped—forgive me——"
"Speak plainly on your part," said the lawyer.
"I had hoped that you might have found some trace of him who was wrongfully, cruelly accused of that crime. The noble soul whom I loved and helped to slay!"
And she clasped her hands.
"I have found more than that," said Mr. Thaxton.
Violet rose with wild eyes.
"Tell me!" she cried. "You have found him?"
"Hush!" said Mr. Thaxton. "You promised to be strong!"