25/69 She had no enemy in the world like the man who could accuse Thyrza of guilt. It was one thing to point out that Thyrza was in danger of being columniated, another to believe that the evil judgment was merited. 'I think it likely that she has been doing something very thoughtless, and I am quite sure that that man Egremont has been doing something for which he deserves to be thrashed. More than that I _won't_ believe!' 'Thank you, Mr.Ackroyd! A minute ago I hated you, now I know that I have always been right in thinking you had a good heart. |