Dewey's lawyer called on Mr. Orton to know if it was still his
intention to meet them in open court and resist their application
for a divorce. On being assured that such was their purposes he
expressed some regret at the consequent damage to the lady's
reputation, as they had evidence against her of the most conclusive
character. Finally he wished to know whether, in case a new ground
were taken--one not touching the lady's good name--any opposition
would be made. Mr. Orton said that he would consult his client, and
answer the query with as little delay as practicable.
Mrs. Dewey expressed a willingness to remain passive, provided no
allegations were made in the new bill that even remotely cast a
shadow upon her virtue
But Mr. Wallingford, on taking the matter into further
consideration, advised a different course altogether--no less than
an application from the other side, on the ground of neglect,
ill-treatment, and constructive conjugal infidelity, based on the
important letter already referred to. Mrs. Dewey caught eagerly at
this suggestion, as soon as it was presented to her.
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