But she was better on her guard than I.
"Not now," she whispered, "but I must see you soon--this evening--after dinner.

Suzanne will arrange it.

You must help me, Mr.Aycon; I'm in trouble." "With all my power!" I whispered, and with a glance of thanks she sped upstairs.

I saw her stop and speak to the group of girls, talking to them in an eager whisper.

Then, followed by two of them, she pursued her way upstairs.
Suzanne came down and approached me, saying simply, "Come," and led the way toward the servants' quarters.