[Heart and Science by Wilkie Collins]@TWC D-Link bookHeart and Science CHAPTER XVI 17/18
But--no--she is always in need of money.
In some way, money may be concerned in it." "In what way ?" Carmina asked. "I have already told you," Miss Minerva answered, "that I don't know." Before the conversation could proceed, they were interrupted by the appearance of Mrs.Gallilee's maid, with a message from the schoolroom. Miss Maria wanted a little help in her Latin lesson.
Noticing Carmina's letter, as she advanced to the door, it struck Miss Minerva that the woman might deliver it.
"Is Mrs.Gallilee at home ?" she asked.
Mrs. Gallilee had just gone out.
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