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Rh left, and on which unrestrained he sometimes flung himself, uttering his complaints aloud. The voice of Mr. Philimore, as the harbinger of better news, gave fresh energy and assurance to his feelings.

"A private chamber has been obtained for you."

"'Tis a boon, then," interrupted the other, "that, so long delayed, seems due to the same caprice or whim that before denied it me."

"No matter; let us profit by it, and depart hence," continued Mr. Philimore.

"But first I must tell you, 'tis to the interposition of your late friend, the Marquis, that you owe this better fortune; his influence, it seems, was more persuasive than mine. Indeed, I have always observed, be it said to the honour of Britain, that the petitions or claims of a stranger are seldom neglected by her, and even more attended to than those who own her for their mother soil."

Accompanied by his friend, De Brooke proceeded to take possession of his new apartment. Robert was already in waiting. Mr. Philimore then took his leave. Alone with Robert, he began to give utterance to his reflections: "And this, then," said he, "is to be my future dwelling!" with a sigh, called forth not on account of