Possibly we can take some that way.

I always enjoy moth hunting, I'd like to help Miss Elnora, and it would be a charity to me.

I've got to remain outdoors some place, and I'm quite sure I'd get well faster here than anywhere else.

Please say I may come." "I have no objections, if Elnora really would like help," said Mrs.
Comstock.
In her heart she wished he would not come.

She wanted her newly found treasure all to herself, for a time, at least.