She was weak and wretched-looking in the extreme.
"I am Elder Rae.

I want to know if you would care to go to Amalon with me when I come back.

If you do, you can have a home there as long as you like.

It would be easier for you than here." She had looked up quickly at him in much embarrassment.

She smiled a little when he had finished.
"I'm not much good to work, but I think I'd get stronger if I had plenty to eat.