and streams, gone into the rocks and earth. Gone to dirt

"I understand you very well now. But you have shaken me very much, and you must leave me. I shall see you also--often."

Gordon took up his hat and stick; he saw that Bernard did not do the same.

"I shall ask him to leave Paris," said Angela.

"I will do what Angela requests," said Bernard.

"You have heard what she requests; it 's for you to come now."

"Ah, you must at least allow me to take leave!" cried Bernard.

Gordon went to the door, and when he had opened it he stood for a while, holding it and looking at his companions. Then--

"I assure you she won't be long!" he said to Angela, and rapidly passed out.