The bell rang, and her husband and daughter left the parlor and went up stairs.

The moment they were beyond observation she glided noiselessly through the hall, and reached her chamber without being noticed.

Soon afterward she came down dressed for visiting, and went out hastily, her veil closely drawn.

Her manner was hurried.

Descending the steps, she stood for a single moment, as if hesitating which way to go, and then moved off rapidly.