But I had my own doubts, nevertheless.
I had left Mr.Keller working hard at his protest against the employment of women in the office, to be sent to my aunt by that day's post.

Knowing them both as I did, I thought it at least probable that a written controversy might be succeeded by a personal estrangement.

If Mr.Keller proved obstinate, Mrs.Wagner would soon show him that she had a will of her own.

Under those circumstances, no favors could be asked, no favors could be granted--and poor Minna's prospects would be darker than ever.
This was one view of the case.

I must own, however, that another impression had been produced on me.