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 presentiments. I thought Arthur must be ill because he did not write—and in short, Aunt Sarah, I have made up my mind to go to Berlin, and have sent for Dr. Ayscough to tell him I am going."

There was a pause, "Aileen goes with me, Aunt Sarah, and if Edwin can get leave, he will go part of the way with us." Another pause. "Why don't you speak, Aunt Sarah?"

"My dear, I have nothing to say, your plan seems so complete, I can suggest no improvement; but I think you had better not begin to pack up till your doctor comes—and here he is. Lady Chester seems nervous today, Dr. Ayscough, and will be the better for a talk with you," and Aunt Sarah withdrew.

"Well, what is it? You must tell me quickly, as I have not five minutes to spare. Why ain't you dressed and out in the garden? It would be a fine day for a row on the river."

"I have got a bad cold and a sore throat