You will acknowledge that to obey is better than sacrifice.

As a matter of principle, I fear I cannot remit any of her task, and I trust that on the next occasion she will remember to set duty first." A hot flush had risen in Avery's face and her eyes sparkled, but she restrained herself.

There was no indignation in her voice as she said: "Mr.Lorimer, believe me, that child will never shirk her duty.

She is far too conscientious.

It is really for the sake of her health that I came to beg you to let her off that French exercise.