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`` Of course we can not get on now , '' observed Lord Charlewood `` at least Lady Charlewood can not . How long do you think my suspense will last ? '' `` Not much longer , '' was the calm reply . `` By noon to-morrow all will be safe and well , I hope . '' `` I must wait until then , '' said Lord Charlewood . `` I could not leave my wife while even the faintest shadow of danger lies over her . If all be well , I can start the day after to-morrow ; and , please Heaven , I shall be in time to see my father .