We can't be expected to be resigned to THAT." "Oh, Anne, don't talk so," said Marilla, genuinely alarmed lest Anne were drifting into deep and dangerous waters.

"We can't understand--but we must have faith--we MUST believe that all is for the best.

I know you find it hard to think so, just now.

But try to be brave--for Gilbert's sake.

He's so worried about you.