She is poor; she has sunk from the comforts she was born to; and, if she live to old age, must probably sink more.

Her situation should secure your compassion.

It was badly done, indeed! You, whom she had known from an infant, whom she had seen grow up from a period when her notice was an honour, to have you now, in thoughtless spirits, and the pride of the moment, laugh at her, humble her--and before her niece, too--and before others, many of whom (certainly _some_,) would be entirely guided by _your_ treatment of her .-- This is not pleasant to you, Emma--and it is very far from pleasant to me; but I must, I will,--I will tell you truths while I can; satisfied with proving myself your friend by very faithful counsel, and trusting that you will some time or other do me greater justice than you can do now." While they talked, they were advancing towards the carriage; it was ready; and, before she could speak again, he had handed her in.

He had misinterpreted the feelings which had kept her face averted, and her tongue motionless.

They were combined only of anger against herself, mortification, and deep concern.