Emmeline's fears returned; she half expected an outbreak of violence.

The man was growing very nervous, and his muscles showed the working of strong emotion.
'I have given her no such advice, Mr.Cobb,' she answered, with an attempt at calm dignity.

'Miss Derrick's private affairs don't at all concern me.

In such matters as this she is really quite old enough to judge for herself.' 'That's what _I_ should have said,' remarked Mr.Cobb sturdily.

'I hope you'll excuse me; I don't wish to make myself offensive.