It's our secret, Martha, and I'm sure if I ever need a friend you'll do as much for me." "I'll do anything for you, Miss Elizabeth," was the reply, as the woman took the bottle of lotion and departed.
Beth smiled.
"That was not a bad thought," she said to herself, again starting for the gardens.

"I have made a firm friend and done a kindly action at the same time--and all while Cousin Louise is fast asleep." The housekeeper let her out at the side door, after Beth had pressed her hand and kissed her good morning.
"You're looking quite bonny, my dear," said the old woman.

"Do you feel at home, at all, in this strange place ?" "Not quite, as yet," answered Beth.

"But I know I have one good friend here, and that comforts me." She found a path between high hedges, that wandered away through the grounds, and along this she strolled until she reached a rose arbor with a comfortable bench.
Here she seated herself, looking around her curiously.

The place seemed little frequented, but was kept with scrupulous care.