"Let me say a word to you at the door." Miss Minerva followed her to the landing outside.

Carmina turned again, listening anxiously.
"I am not at all satisfied with her looks, this morning," Mrs.Gallilee proceeded; "and I don't think it right she should be left alone.

My household duties must be attended to.

Will you take my place at the sofa, until Mr.Null comes ?" (_"Now,"_ she thought, "if there is jealousy between them, I shall see it!") She saw nothing: the governess quietly bowed to her, and went back to Carmina.

She heard nothing: although the half-closed door gave her opportunities for listening.