I could see that Lilla began to suffer from nervousness, as on the first occasion; but she carried herself bravely.

However, the more nervous she grew, the harder Mr.Caswall stared.

It was evident to me that he had come prepared for some sort of mesmeric or hypnotic battle.

After a while he began to throw glances round him and then raised his hand, without letting either Lilla or Mimi see the action.

It was evidently intended to give some sign to the negro, for he came, in his usual stealthy way, quietly in by the hall door, which was open.