Title: The Devoted Widow
Author: Ambrose Bierce [More Titles by Bierce]
A Widow weeping on her husband's grave was approached by an Engaging
Gentleman who, in a respectful manner, assured her that he had long
entertained for her the most tender feelings.
"Wretch!" cried the Widow. "Leave me this instant! Is this a time to
talk to me of love?"
"I assure you, madam, that I had not intended to disclose my affection,"
the Engaging Gentleman humbly explained, "but the power of your beauty
has overcome my discretion."
"You should see me when I have not been crying," said the Widow.
[The end]
Ambrose Bierce's short story: The Devoted Widow
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