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 added to his natural humanity, roused him from the apathy that generally predominated over his conduct, and induced him to be particularly anxious in his inquiries, and offers of assisting them to discover, and punish, if possible, the offenders.

Ferdinand was pleased with the warmth he expressed, but not conceiving himself at liberty to disclose the story of Louisa, he only observed, that until she was in a state to elucidate facts, and give them full information, no steps could be taken to do her justice.—"I have my suspicions," added he, "as to the person, but do not think it fair to communicate them, lest I should be wrong."

Reiberg seemed pleased with the discretion of Ferdinand, and attached himself to him with an appearance of regard, very flattering to the other, and highly pleasing to the Baron, who presaged the happiest consequences to the peace of his son, should he conceive a friendly regard for Ferdinand, and unlock his bosom to the sympathizing attentions, and disinterested advice of a friend.