having set the candle on the ground, was already unfastening the

"One word more," said Francis. "This is not for the last time - I

shall see you again, shall I not?"

"Alas!" she answered. "You have heard my father. What can I do

"Tell me at least that it is not with your consent," returned

Francis; "tell me that you have no wish to see the last of me."

"Indeed," replied she, "I have none. You seem to me both brave and

"Then," said Francis, "give me a keepsake."