15/40 Who would have thought that little Jean would have had the hard hap to become heir to them. She may make a success of being a rich woman! She has certainly made a success of being a poor one." "I think," said Augusta, in her gentle voice, "that Peter Reid was a wise man to leave his money to Jean. Only the people who have been poor know how to give, and Jean has imagination and an understanding heart. And think what a delight she will have in spending money on the boys! But I hope Pamela Reston will do as she had planned and carry Jean off for a real holiday. |