She was going to enter and take things in hand as soon as she heard from Mr.
Trius that her master had returned, for she still considers herself his servant as in times gone by.

It was her intention, naturally, to put everything into the usual order in the house.

But Mr.Trius won't even let her go into the garden.

He let her know that he had received orders not to let anyone into the place.

His master knew no one here and had no intention of meeting anyone.