She could not see the way open to anything in life, save a long series of disappointments, while she remained with her mother.

Yet Margaret Sinton had advised her to go home and try once more.

Margaret had seemed so sure there would be a change for the better, that Elnora had consented, although she had no hope herself.

So strong is the bond of blood, she could not make up her mind to seek a home elsewhere, even after the day that had passed.

Unable to sleep she arose at last, and the room being warm, she sat on the floor close the window.