She answered indifferently: "Possibly.

One can get much higher interest out here than in France, and maman would never invest money without the best advice.

She loves me, but money next.

Oh, la! la!" "Has she said anything more about going back to Rouen ?" "I didn't have a word with her alone yesterday, but I'll ask her to-day.
Poor maman! I fancy the novelty has worn off here, and she would really be happier with her own people and customs.

She hates traveling, like all the French; but don't you think that, after a bit we shall be able to go over to Europe at least once a year ?" "I am sure of it.