Ruby's Reward — page 259: what you’re looking at

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“That is very kind of you, madam, and doubtless the young gentleman appreciates your kindness; but he will be obliged to go before the court for examina- tion first.” Where will he be examined ?” “Tn Philadelphia, of course.” “Do not be troubled on my account, Mrs. How- land,’ Walter here interposed; “I have no doubt that Mr. Conant, my employer, will do all that is neces- sary. If thank you very much for your kindness, but please do not allow this to excite you.” “You will let me know the result of your examina- tion at once,” pleaded the invalid, with a tremulous voice, “andif you need. help of any kind do not fail to.inform me. Oh,if my hands were not tied I would go with you now,” “Pray do not mind it so much,” Walter begged, deeply moved by her evident interest in his cause. “T cannot forget that | owe you a great deal,” she Raid. “You owe me nothing, but you are very kind,” he answered, smiling and trying to asswne a cheerful air. Then turning to the man, he added: “Officer, I ain ready now to ¢o with you; I hope you will not consider it necessary to make me conspicuous 4s a prisoner.” “No, sir, if yowll giveme your word that you'll make me no tronble, [am free to confess I should hate to put the bracelets on you.” Walter colored crimson, but lifted his head proudly. “T cive youmy word; I will go quietly with you,” he said, briefly; then with a courteous how to his hostess he turned and followed the officer from the house. comichooks.com