I give you my word that neither directly nor indirectly will I seek to influence her affections as regards either you or Grail; I shall never speak to her on such subjects, nor will any one with whom I have authority.

Is it agreed ?' Poor heart, again beating out the seconds! 'Will Grail know where she is living ?' 'He will not.

She must see her sister from time to time, but it shall be away from her ordinary dwelling, and Thyrza will understand the conditions.

I shall offer her no explanation; it shall merely be my desire, and if she prove untrustworthy in this small matter, I think you will admit that no harm has been done--you and I will only have a new light on her character.

It is very simple, provided that we two can trust each other, and that Thyrza is what you think her.