It was Noemi's mission to convince her of the propriety of such a renunciation.

Selva was restored to health, and had himself offered to come and meet his sister-in-law, would even come to Belgium, were it necessary.

She now tried to oppose the idea of immediate departure; but only succeeded in irritating Jeanne, who repeatedly protested that the Selvas were mistaken, but was unable to give any other reason for her violent resistance.

Carlino, having caught a sharp "That is enough" uttered by his sister, drew nearer.

Were they quarrelling, the priest and the girl?
Now, when the mystical tenderness ought to begin?
"Do leave us alone," said Noemi.