There are circumstances--private matters--I don't feel quite able to explain.

But I must be sure that you will have left us by Wednesday afternoon.' 'You may be sure of it.

I will write a line and post it to-night, for it to go as soon as possible.' Therewith Louise stood up and, smiling, withdrew.

Emmeline was both relieved and surprised; she had not thought it possible for the girl to conduct herself at such a juncture with such perfect propriety.
An outbreak of ill-temper, perhaps of insolence, had seemed more than likely; at best she looked for tears and entreaties.

Well, it was over, and by Wednesday the house would be restored to its ancient calm.