The Mysteries of Udolpho

St. Aubert, who was much pleased with him, invited

him to go further, but did not repeat the invitation, and Valancourt

had resolution enough to forego the temptation of accepting it, that

he might prove himself not unworthy of the favour. On the following

morning, therefore, they were to part, St. Aubert to pursue his way to

Languedoc, and Valancourt to explore new scenes among the mountains, on

his return home. During this evening he was often silent and thoughtful;

St. Aubert's manner towards him was affectionate, though grave, and

Emily was serious, though she made frequent efforts to appear cheerful.

After one of the most melancholy evenings they had yet passed together,

they separated for the night.