The little servant "hung about," apparently uncertain what was next to be done, or what was expected of her to do.

Hilary touched her sister.
"Yes," said Miss Leaf.

recollecting herself, and assuming the due authority, "it is quite time for all the family to be in bed.

Take care of your candle, and mind and be up at six tomorrow morning." This was addressed to the new maiden, who dropped a courtesy, and said, almost cheerfully, "Yes, ma'am." "Very well, Good night.

Elizabeth." And following Miss Leaf's example, the other two, even Ascott, said civilly and kindly, "Good night, Elizabeth.".