"Very well, madam; though I think, from the nature of my business, you would wish it to be confidential."
"Perhaps I had better withdraw," suggested the physician.
"By no means, my dear sir; if this gentleman's visit relates to business matters, I must beg the favor of your counsel."
"As you please, Miss Dumont; I come charged with a message from your uncle, my respected client, Mr. Dumont."
"Indeed, sir!" replied Emily, a slight tremor creeping through her frame; "pray deliver it at once."
"It is simply to say your immediate presence at your late residence is necessary."
"Where did you see my uncle?" asked she.
"At Bellevue, madam, yesterday morning. I arrived at eleven o'clock to-day."
"When did Mr. Dumont return from his journey up the river?" asked Dr. Vaudelier.
De Guy reflected a moment; from the shade of displeasure on his countenance, it was evident he disliked the interference of the doctor.