"And I am the niece of a soulless miser!" murmured Sara in a disconsolate tone.
"No, he is not an old miser—he is a warm-hearted, generous man. I will tell you more about him later on."
"But are you sure you have the proof?"
"Yes, I am sure."
"Tell me what the proof is."
"I am going to show you the proof. I have a great surprise for you. Come, put on your hat and cloak. You are to go with me and behold something that will make you stare."
"I shall not stare at my uncle; and again, Ike, I assure you I must have positive proof."
"You shall have positive proof. This is a most strange and remarkable romance. It is fate. I am a strong believer in fate. I have encountered so many strange incidents during my short life. See my meeting with you; remember the tragic incidents that followed. You intended to drown yourself in the park lake."
The girl's face became ghastly.