Then a second lantern was lighted by the boatman, and presently the dragging began.
Wrapped in a long cloak, Mrs.Wade stood at a distance, out of sight of the water, but able to watch Denzil.

When cold and weariness all but overcame her, she first leaned against the trunk of a tree, then crouched there on the ground.

For how long, she had no idea.

A little rain fell, and afterwards the sky showed signs of clearing; stars were again visible here and there.

She had sunk into a half-unconscious state, when Quarrier's voice spoke to her.
"You must go home," he said, hoarsely.