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"I meant to say, that if you passed it, you always heard the

noise of her reel. And Don Roderick! even before I left, showed

symptoms of his character; but now, it seems, he plays the devil

outright, until God shall put a bridle on his neck. Well, as I

said, we suffer here also the consequences of scarce

harvests.-But, apropos, are you not hungry?"

"It is not long since I have eaten," said Renzo.

"And how are you off for money?" Renzo extended the palm of his

hand and shook his head. "No matter," said Bartolo: "I have

plenty. Cheer up; things will change for the better soon, and

then you can repay me."

"I have a small sum at home, and I will send for it."

"Well, in the mean while, depend on me. God has given me wealth

to spend for others, and above all, for my relations and

friends."

"I knew that you would befriend me," said Renzo, affectionately

pressing his cousin's hand.