But, death--death to the poverty-stricken wretch, if
he presume to cross my path!" and the clenched fists, livid
complexion, and grinding teeth gave fearful testimony to the deadly
hatred that had sprung up in his bosom.
At this moment Colonel Delany entered the room, and taking a seat,
said:
"Richard, I have somewhat to say to you, and I wish you seriously to
attend. You know that I am your best, your most disinterested friend,
and that your welfare lies nearer to my heart than aught else earthly.
Well, I have observed, with much regret, the increased interest you
seem to take in your cousin--your passion for her, in fact. These
things are easily arrested in the commencement, and they must be
arrested. You can do it, and you must do it! I have other views for
you. Promise me, my son, that you will give up all thoughts of Alice."
Richard, who had remained in deep thought during his father's address,
now looked up and replied:
"But, my father, Alice is a very beautiful, very amiable, very
intellectual----"
"Beggar!"
"Father!"
"Unbend that brow, sir! nor dare to address your parent in that
insolent tone! And now, sir, once for all, let us come to the point,
and understand each other perfectly.
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