I can tell by poor George's manner.

That man is a perfect barometer--he always knows when Bertha is going to----" "To fall ?" Miss Bart suggested.
"Don't be shocking! You know he believes in her still.

And of course I don't say there's any real harm in Bertha.

Only she delights in making people miserable, and especially poor George." "Well, he seems cut out for the part--I don't wonder she likes more cheerful companionship." "Oh, George is not as dismal as you think.

If Bertha did worry him he would be quite different.