before another visitor as unexpected a one as herLadyship, was announced. It was Sir Edward,who informed by Augusta of her Brother's mar::riage, came doubtleſs to reproach him forhaving dared^^to unite himself to me withouthis Knowledge. But Edward foreseeing his Design, approached him with heroic fortitudeas soon as he entered the Room, and addreſsedhim in the following Manner.

"Sir Edward, I know the motive ofyour Journey here — You come with thebase Design of reproaching me for havingentered into an indiſsoluble engagementwith my Laura without your Consent–––But Sir, I glory in the Act —. It is mygreatest boast that I have incurred the Displeasure of my Father!"

So saying, he took my hand and whilstSir Edward, Philippa, and Augusta were doubtleſs reflecting