"But it is a wrong to the lady as well as to you, to permit this thing to go on."
"I have no remedy."
"Write her a note, explaining your position."
"My motives would be misconstrued."
"Then I shall act for you."
Somers went to his hotel, and Mr. Revere did act it for him. Kate was not satisfied. A high-minded man would have died rather than sign such a paper. So would Somers, if the bond had any real meaning. The commandant was not successful in the negotiation, as mediators seldom are in such cases.
"I am satisfied, Mr. Revere," said Somers: but he was as far from satisfied as a young man could be.
"There is no help for it; but, Somers, I have invited a few friends to my house this evening, and you must be with us."
"Will Miss Portington be there?"
"She has been invited, with her mother."