One can never tell what change may come, and we might wish to stay a little longer." Mrs.Maxa hastened to assure them that nothing could suit her better than to keep Leonore in her house for several weeks and she promised to send frequent news about the little girl's state of health.

She begged them not to be anxious about her and not to hurry back for Leonore's sake.

As she was longing to see the child instead of remaining in their way, she begged to be allowed to greet Leonore.

She was sure that her brother, who had already risen, also wanted to take his leave.

As soon as he had seen how completely the ladies entered into his sister's plans, he wished to arrange the details and so said that he was now going to the doctor in order to get his permission for the little trip.