I really think it was best, dear.

The feeble little thing will be stronger for the voyage by that time; and you know Tulee will take just as good care of it as if it were her own." "Poor Tulee!" sighed Rosa.

"Was she willing to be left ?" "She didn't know when I came away," replied Madame.
Rosa heaved an audible groan, as she said: "I am so sorry you did this, Madame! If anything should happen to them, it would be a weight on my mind as long as I live." "I did what I thought was for the best," answered Madame.

"I was in such a hurry to get away, on your account, that, if I hadn't all my wits about me, I hope you will excuse me.

But I think myself I made the best arrangement." Rosa, perceiving a slight indication of pique in her tone, hastened to kiss her, and call her her best and dearest friend.