She knew from the tones of Lucy's voice and from the way she spoke that she did not mean it.

She had heard her talk that way to some of the villagers when she wanted to impress them, but she had never spoken in the same way to her.
"You have some other reason, Lucy.

Is it Max ?" she asked in a strained tone.
Lucy colored.

She had not given her sister credit for so keen an insight into the situation.

Jane's mind was evidently working in a new direction.