"It will take her mind off herself altogether, giving her a larger view of things in general, and a better proportioned view of things in particular.

And the boy won't change; or, if he does, Jane will be proved right, to her own satisfaction.

But, if this is HER side, good heavens, what must HIS be! I had wondered what was sapping all his buoyant youthfulness.

To care for Jane would be an education; but to have made Jane care! And then to have lost her! He must have nerves of steel, to be facing life at all.

What is this cross they are both learning to kiss, and holding up between them?
Perhaps Niagara will sweep it away, and she will cable him from there." Then the doctor took the dear little hand resting on his shoulder and kissed it softly, while Jane's back was still turned.