"Of course there is—an over-excited imagination. Miss Darling has seen a tall tree covered with snow waving in the moonlight, and has gone into fainting fits. Now, my dear Miss, don't hold me captive any longer; for, trying as it is, I really must leave you."
Rose dropped his arm.
"Yes, go at once. Never mind me; I am going in search of Kate."
It took some time to find Kate. When found, she was dancing with a red-coated officer, and Rose had to wait until the dance was over.
She made her way to her sister's side immediately. Miss Danton turned to her with a brilliant smile, that faded at the first glance.
"How pale you are, Rose! What is it?"
"Am I pale?" said Rose, carelessly; "the heat, I dare-say. Do you know Doctor Frank has gone?"
"Gone! Where?"
"To the Hall. Papa sent for him."
"Papa? Oh, Rose—"