Much rather would I aid him, were it in my power, by any sacrifice." "If I understand you aright," said Mrs.Carlton, after thinking for a.
few moments, "you would prefer a situation as governess in a private family." "Yes; that would suit me best." "How would you like to take charge of Mrs.Freeman's younger children?
She mentioned to me, only yesterday, her wish to obtain a suitable instructor for them, and said she was willing to pay a liberal salary to a person who gave entire satisfaction." Jessie's face became thoughtful.
"Mrs.Freeman is not the most agreeable person to be found, I know, Jessie," said her friend; "but the step you propose involves sacrifices from the beginning." "It does, I know; and I must not forget this.

Had I a choice, I certainly should not select the family of Mrs.Freeman as the one in which to begin the new life I am about entering upon.

She and Fanny are among the few who have ceased to notice me, except with great coldness, since my uncle's misfortunes.

But I will not think of this.

If they will take me, I will go even into their house, and assume the humble duties of a governess." Mrs.Carlton immediately called upon Mrs.Freeman, and mentioned Jessie.