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"Trust, for although thou weary art and helpless,

Thou'rt not alone:

There's a loving Arm that's ever near thee,
Leading thee on.

"Leading thee by paths which thy spirit knows not, On through the night;

Pointing to where, beyond the darkness,

Shineth the light."

WORDSWORTH, translated from Michael Angelo.

B

CHAPTER I.

THE MISSIONARY'S CALL.

"Think! who did once from Heaven to Hell descend
Thee to befriend:

So shalt thou dare forego, at His dear call,

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"Now, papa, are you ready?" and Edith Vernou tapped at the door of her father's study as she spoke.

"Come in, dear; I shall be ready in a minute or two."

"The bright afternoon will be all gone if you sit so long over that stupid writing, papa; and you know you promised me a good ramble."

Mr. Vernon raised his head and smiled, as he answered, "My little impatient Edith-duty first, and pleasure after."

"But, papa, it is quite our duty to take a good walk."

"Quite; but it is not my duty to go until I have sealed these letters. Will you light my little taper for me?"

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