The better part of her woman's nature saw it.

Such a man might, years ago, not now, have changed her nature, and made the issue of her life so different, even after her cruel abandonment.

She had a dim feeling of this, and she would like now to stand well with him.

The spark of truth and honor that was left in her was elicited by his presence.

It was this influence that governed her conduct in this interview.
"I have come," said Philip in his direct manner, "from my friend Mr.Brierly.