it is."

I was right in my conjecture; for Mary instantly entering the
Room, informed us that a young Gentleman and his Servant were at
the door, who had lossed their way, were very cold and begged
leave to warm themselves by our fire.

"Won't you admit them?" (said I.) "You have no objection, my
Dear?" (said my Father.) "None in the World." (replied my
Mother.)

Mary, without waiting for any further commands immediately left
the room and quickly returned introducing the most beauteous and
amiable Youth, I had ever beheld. The servant she kept to
herself.

My natural sensibility had already been greatly affected by the
sufferings of the unfortunate stranger and no sooner did I first
behold him, than I felt that on him the happiness or Misery of my
future Life must depend.
Adeiu
Laura.



LETTER 6th
LAURA to MARIANNE

The noble Youth informed us that his name was Lindsay--for
particular reasons however I shall conceal it under that of