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`` If such is the case , '' returned the farmer , `` I will not attempt to persuade you further . But if at any future time you should need change of air , my house shall be entirely at your service . '' Dame Wingfield warmly seconded her husband 's wish , and , with renewed thanks , Amabel and her companion withdrew . As there was not sufficient room for their accommodation within the house , Leonard and the porter took up their quarters in the barn , and , throwing themselves upon a heap of straw , slept soundly till three o'clock , when they arose and began to prepare for their journey . Wingfield was likewise astir , and , after assisting them to feed and dress their horses , took them into the house , where a plentiful breakfast awaited them . At the close of the meal , Amabel and Nizza , who had breakfasted in their own room , made their appearance . All being in readiness for their departure , Dame Wingfield took leave of her guests with tears in her eyes , and the honest farmer was little less affected .