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must try to realize it. This discovery will change everything for
me. Helen's old love will revive in all-absorbing power. I've
faced this in thought, but cannot in reality NOW--I simply CANNOT.
It would do no good. My presence would be an embarrassment to her,
and I taxed beyond mortal endurance. You may think me weak, but I
cannot help it. As soon as possible I must put you, and if you
think best, Captain Nichol's father, in charge of the situation.
Jackson can send for his father at once if you wish."
"I do wish it immediately. I can't see my way through this. I
would like Dr. Barnes' advice and presence also."
"I think it would be wise, sir. The point I wish to make is that I
have done about all that I now can in this affair. My further
presence is only another complication. At any rate, I must have a
respite--the privilege of going quietly to my own home as soon as
possible."
"Oh, Hobart, my heart aches for you; it just ACHES for you. You
have indeed been called upon to endure a hundredfold too much in
this strange affair.


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