However, things have worked so badly between them that Theo has gone back to Stokeley, and Elizabeth declares that even her brother is thankful to be rid of her.

But he is better now." "He is up and about again, but he doesn't lose his cough, and I can see Elizabeth is anxious.

You look surprised, but I assure you my sister has some reason for her fears.

David's mother was consumptive, and two of his sisters died young of the same complaint.

Theo is the only robust one, and David knows well that he ought to take care.