"Yesterday, I went to Ashtead, and saw R.We met like old friends--just as I wished.

Talked as naturally as you and I.I suspect--only suspect of course--that she knows of my visits to Walham Green, and smiles at them! Yes, as you say, I think she has improved--decidedly.

The upshot of it all is that I shall call on the Crosses again, and, when an opportunity offers, try my chance.

I think I am acting sensibly, don't you ?" After reading this, Will paced about his room for an hour or two.

Then he flung himself into bed, but got no sleep until past dawn.