might influence his opinion. 'I hardly dare to ask you
to come now,' said his lordship, looking at Miss Temple; 'and yet Miss
Temple might like to rest.'

It was evident to Henrietta that her father would be pleased to go, and
yet that he was about to refuse for her sake. She could not bear that he
should be deprived of so much and such refined amusement, and be doomed
to an uninteresting morning at home, merely to gratify her humour. She
tried to speak, but could not at first command her voice; at length
she expressed her wish that Mr. Temple should avail himself of the
invitation. Lord Montfort bowed lowly, Mr. Temple seemed gratified, and
they all turned together and quitted the cemetery.

As they walked along to the house, conversation did not flag. Lord
Montfort expressed his admiration of Pisa. 'Silence and art are two
great charms,' said his lordship.

At length they arrived at his palace. A venerable Italian received
them. They passed through a vast hall, in which were statues, ascended
a magnificent double staircase, and entered a range of saloons. One of
them was furnished with more attention to comfort than an Italian cares
for, and herein was the cabinet of urns and vases his lordship had
mentioned.

'This is little more than a barrack,' said Lord Montfort; 'but I can
find a sofa for Miss Temple.' So saying, he arranged with great care the
cushions of the couch, and, when she seated herself, placed a footstool
near her. 'I wish you would allow me some day to welcome you at Rome,'
said the young marquis. 'It is there that I indeed reside.'

Lord Montfort and Mr. Temple examined the contents of the cabinet. There
was one vase which Mr. Temple greatly admired for the elegance of its
form. His host immediately brought it and placed it on a small pedestal
near Miss Temple. Yet he scarcely addressed himself to her, and
Henrietta experienced none of that troublesome attention from which, in
the present state of her health and mind, she shrank. While Mr. Temple
was interested with his pursuit, Lord Montfort went to a small cabinet
opposite, and brought forth a curious casket of antique gems. 'Perhaps,'
he said, placing it by Miss Temple, 'the contents of this casket might
amuse you;' and he walked away to her father.

In the course of an hour a servant brought in some fruits and wine.

'The grapes are from my villa,' said Lord Montfort. 'I ventured to order
them, because I have heard their salutary effects ha