If the case were indeed urgent, said Mr.Riley, if the money must be found, she could, of course, borrow on her securities, and the firm would arrange it for her.

But Mr.Riley, excusing himself as her father's old friend, wrote with his own hand to beg her to consider the matter further.

Her expenses had lately been many, and some of her property might possibly decline in value during the next few years.

A prudent management of her affairs was really essential.

Could not the money be gradually saved out of income?
Diana colored uncomfortably as she thought of the letter.