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arrived, and with it a serious disappointment. Annette was seized with a sudden indisposition, and tho attendance of Lucy was necessary. But, in compliance with tho desire of her parents, Jane kept her appointment, as they were unwilling to deprive Rosetta of the company of her friend. She was dressed in a whito robe, and a straw hat, ornamented with a wreath of fancy flowers, was tied under her chin by a lilae ribbon. Passing through a grove in her way to Mr. Percival's, she was overtaken by a young gentleman of the most prepossessing appearance, who inquired of her the way to Rosewood. She immediately informed him, and a few moments' conversation made it known that he was Henry Pereival who addressed her. Tempted by the fineness of the morning, he had discharged his ehaise at the last town, and leaving his luggage at the inn, proceeded on foot.
Pleased with tho society of each other, Henry and Jane proceeded on, arm in arm, to Rosewood, whero they were affectionately welcomed by Mr. Percival and Rosotta, who had from the windows of the parlour beheld the approach of the youthful pair.
The return of Henry to his family was celebrated with the utmost festivity. The eompany assembled on the oeeasion were plentifully regaled; and the young people danced on the grass-plot that adorned the front of Mr. Percival's dwelling. Rosetta was Lubin's partner, and Jane was Henry's. Never did four persons appear so superlatively happy; joy beamed in their eyes, and the glow of delight flushed on their cheeks. When tho hour of separation arrived, young Percival insisted on accompanying, alledging that, as the hour was very late, her brother's protection might not be sufficient to ensure the safoty of the gentle maid.
