"I do not know what has been said to you, Miss Sheldon, but I do know that I have never given any girl at Harlowe House leave of absence from Overton.

I would not presume to do so.

I hope I understand the limit of my authority too clearly to overstep it." "Then you did not take Miss Ward with you to New York City last Friday afternoon ?" "Miss Ward was with me on the train and shared my seat, but until I met her in the station I had not the remotest idea that she intended to go.
I dislike to tell you this, Miss Sheldon, but since you have asked me this question I can only tell you the truth." "I am sorry I spoke so hastily, Miss Harlowe," apologized Miss Sheldon, "but I was greatly displeased.

I have sent for Miss Ward.

Will you wait until she comes?
You need not unless you wish to do so." "Thank you," said Grace, a shade of offended dignity in her voice, "but I must go back to Harlowe House.