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A Love Story
When Rose fully recovered from her fever. Harry Maylie had a long talk with her.
"I wish you hadn't come," she said softly, with tears welling up in her eyes.
"I know, my dear, but I was so worried when I heard about your illness. I couldn't bear to have you die and not hear how much I love you."
It is just that I want you to devote yourself to more noble things, dear Harry for your future is so bright!"
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| A Love Story |
"My greatest desire for my future is to win your heart, my dear Rose! I have loved you since we were just children."
"You must remember me only as your childhood friend, but you must forget me as the object of your love, Harry."
"Why have you made this decision, Rose?"
"I must protect you from the evil that would befall you if people learned the circumstances of my birth."
"But do you love me, Rose?" "Yes, I do, but we shouldn't meet again. You are destined for much success in public life. I cannot mix with people who would scorn me because of my background. No, you must go!"
I Couldn't Bear to Have You Die.....
"I shall go. But I ask only one promise. Within a year let me talk to you once more about this matter.
"Then let it be so, but you will not change my mind." Harry took Rose in his arms and kissed her tenderly on the lips. Then he rushed from the room.
A Tender Good-Bye Kiss.....