The warning as to circumspection I pass to you." Mr.Dexter made a movement to retire. "I will see you in the morning," he said, "and in the meantime, account for Jessie's absence, by saying that she paid you a visit, going out imprudently, and found herself too much indisposed to return." Mrs.Loring merely inclined her head.
A little while Dexter stood looking at her, embarrassment and trouble written on every feature. Then bowing coldly, he retired..