pathetic speech: he arose and walked towards the window; but the selfish
passion which had taken possession of his heart, soon stifled these
finer emotions; and he thought if Charlotte was once convinced she had
no longer any dependance on Montraville, she would more readily throw
herself on his protection. Determined, therefore, to inform her of all
that had happened, he again resumed his seat; and finding she began to
be more composed, enquired if she had ever heard from Montraville since
the unfortunate recontre in her bed chamber.

"Ah no," said she. "I fear I shall never hear from him again."

"I am greatly of your opinion," said Belcour, "for he has been for some
time past greatly attached--"

At the word "attached" a death-like paleness overspread the countenance
of Charlotte, but she applied to some hartshorn which stood beside her,
and Belcour proceeded.

"He has been for some time past greatly attached to one Miss Franklin, a
pleasing lively girl, with a large fortune."

"She may be richer, may be handsomer," cried Charlotte, "but cannot love
him so well. Oh may she beware of his art, and not trust him too far as
I have done."

"He addresses her publicly," said he, "and it was rumoured they were
to be married before he sailed for Eustatia, whither his company is
ordered."

"Belcour," said Charlotte, seizing his hand, and gazing at him