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that not the comliness of my person, but the accomplishments of my mind, had gained your affections; well it is for me if this be true, for I cannot longer boast of those personal charms, with which the looking-glass once flattered me, I have lost one of my eyes, I am deprived of a leg; but they are gone in an honourable cause, I hope that dear Caroline will give me no reason to regret their loss. I did not think it proper to see you, till you were prepared for the reception of me; for fear my appearance might not only shock but disgust If therefore you be as anxious as I ani for an interview, tell me in an immediate answer, and if agreeable I shall fly on the wings of love to prove myself-Your devoted servant.
The Lady's Answer.
Dear William,-If I grieve and seem discontented at your misfortunes, the sorrow believe me is pure and proceeds from anxious apprehension that your health will therefore be impaired, I prayed to heaven to preserve your life, it is preserved, and I am thankful. Oh! then let me see you as soon as possible, and believe me-Your sincere lover.
A Love Letter. Two ways of reading.
Madam,-The great love and tenderness I have hitherto expressed for you (is false, and I now feel that the indiffererce I bave towards you) increases more and more ; and the more I see of you, the more (you appear ridiculous in mine eyes, and an object of contempt) I feel inclined and in every respect disposed and determined to (hate you. Believe me, I never had the least inclination to) offer you my hand. Our last conversation has, I do assure you, (left tedious and wretched insipidity, which by no means has) possessed me with the most exalted opinion of your character. (Your
