must sound like a fragment from an unpleasant dream. One thing you

do not tell me. Are you happy, as well as peaceful? I would like to

know. I am not.

"Pray write again, when you have time—and inclination. If there is

anything to be done for you in Rome—any little thing, or great

thing either—command your old friend,

"ORSINO SARACINESCA."


CHAPTER XXVIII.