It angers me that she must play with that fellow for financial reasons, and that he, conscious of power, may use language which she would not dare to resent.

I can't imagine Madge in such a position.

Yet, who knows?
As the French say, 'It is the unexpected that happens,' and this has proved true enough in my experience.

I'll go and see how Madge is now, and be as penitent as she requires.

I don't mind being tyrannized over a little by such a girl;" and he returned.
As he approached Mrs.Muir's door he heard the sound of voices and laughter, and plainly those of his brother and Madge.