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182 the miniatures; they were concealed beneath her garments; a few jewels and her watch, the presents of De Brooke on her marriage, were deposited with Mr. Philimore.

The bailiffs before mentioned here burst abruptly into the apartment, followed by Robert, who had done all in his power to prevent the intrusion. Perfectly collected, Mrs. De Brooke, addressing Robert, mildly said, "Since resistance is fruitless, my honest friend, allow these men to proceed in what appears to be their duty; having visited this chamber, conduct them through the others." Softened by such complacent acquiescence, the men submissively bowed, after which they took an inventory, and placed seals upon every cabinet, bureau, and article of value which the house contained.

Thus was Mrs. De Brooke, to her great inconvenience, debarred from the use of many articles, ornamental or useful, deemed essential to comfort; but such privations, as we before observed, by a mind like hers, were but little regarded. She had derived a sensible consolation from the letter of her husband, and Mr. Philimore having intimated that he was about calling to see him, awaited her commands. Forgetful of his injunctions in her anxiety