Indeed, from the many indications afforded in the clues laid out with the most consummated thought, we may almost gather that she entertained it as a possibility that others--like ourselves, for instance--might in all seriousness undertake the work which she had made ready for her own hands when the time should have come.

This very matter that I have been speaking of is an instance.

The clue is intended for seeing eyes!" Again we were silent.

It was Margaret who spoke: "Father, may I have that chart?
I should like to study it during the day!" "Certainly, my dear!" answered Mr.Trelawny heartily, as he handed it to her.

He resumed his instructions in a different tone, a more matter-of-fact one suitable to a practical theme which had no mystery about it: "I think you had better all understand the working of the electric light in case any sudden contingency should arise.