"You can't form a reliable opinion, because you don't know me." "That's so, but I know Bob." Helen laughed.

She ought to be angry, for Mrs.Charnock was taking an extraordinary line.

But perhaps it was the best line, because it would clear the ground.

She said nothing and Sadie went on: "How do you like it here ?" "Very much.

I like the open country and the fresh air.