But just detain the passing thought, or cause

A gentle smile of pity or applause; 630

And then the recollected soul repairs

Her slumbering hope, and heeds her own affairs.

TALES OF THE HALL.

BOOK XXII.
THE VISIT CONCLUDED.

Richard prepares to depart—Visits the Rector—His Reception—Visit to the Sisters—Their present Situation—The Morning of the last Day—The Conference of the Brothers—Their Excursion—Richard dissatisfied—The Brother expostulates—The End of their Ride, and of the Day’s Business—Conclusion.

TALES OF THE HALL.

BOOK XXII.

THE VISIT CONCLUDED.