II.
The week’s grace granted to me has elapsed. I write with humility. At the same time I have something to say for myself.
Yesterday, Mr. Lewis Romayne, of Vange Abbey, was received into the community of the Holy Catholic Church. I inclose an accurate newspaper report of the ceremonies which attended the conversion.
Be pleased to inform me, by telegraph, whether our Reverend Fathers wish me to go on, or not. [ [!-- H2 anchor --] ]
BOOK THE FIFTH. [ [!-- H2 anchor --] ]
CHAPTER I.
MRS. EYRECO URT’S DISCOVERY.
THE leaves had fallen in the grounds at Ten Acres Lodge, and stormy winds told drearily that winter had come.