I wouldn't for worlds have him think that I encouraged her going there." "Well, yes, I know," answered her aunt, slowly.

"But there are some things to consider besides your pride, Elizabeth.

There's the child herself, you know.

Now that Jack has lost so much, and your prospects are so uncertain, you ought to think of her interests.

It would be a pity for Locust to go to strangers when it has been in your family for so many generations.