"I don't care," said Zo; "I hate Mr.Le Frank!" Miss Minerva's mind was too seriously preoccupied to notice this aggravation of her pupil's offence.

One subject absorbed her attention--the interview then in progress between Carmina and her aunt.
How would Mrs.Gallilee's scheme prosper now?
Mr.Le Frank might, or might not, consent to be Carmina's teacher.

Another result, however, was certain.

Miss Minerva thoroughly well knew the vindictive nature of the man.

He neither forgave nor forgot--he was Carmina's enemy for life..