He could not resist the temptation of proving his power in this way; it is so sweet to be assured of love, even though every voice within cries out against the temptation to enjoy it, and condemns every word or act that could encourage it to hope.

Ida generally met such remarks with silence; but in this instance she looked up steadily, and said-- "Yes, it _would_ matter much." Waymark drew in his breath, half turned away--and spoke of some quite different matter.
Harriet carried out her intention of visiting Ida on the following day.
In these three weeks she had only been to Ida's lodgings once.

The present visit was unexpected.

She waited about the pavement for Ida's return from work, and shortly saw her approaching.
"This is kind of you," Ida said.

"We'll have some tea, and then, if you're not too tired, we might go into the park.