Chapter Forty Four.
The Prison Pass.
“Oh, my boy!” cried Lady Gowan, “how long you have been without coming to me.”
Frank looked at her in surprise, as she rose from the couch on which she had been lying—dressed.
“Yes, yes, dear, I feel stronger now. Have you any news? Where have you been?”
“Home,” said Frank, watching her intently. “I have seen Drew Forbes.”
“Yes, yes; has he any news?”
“He has seen his father, and says that you are not to lose hope.”
“All words, words!” sighed Lady Gowan, wringing her hands.
“And that it is your duty to go and see my father in prison.”