But now she dreaded it no longer.

She accepted the fact of its assuming at will the form of Lady Arabella.

She had still to tax and upbraid her for her part in the unhappiness which had been wrought on Lilla, and for her share in causing her death.
One evening, when Mimi entered her own room, she went to the window and threw an eager look round the whole circle of sight.

A single glance satisfied her that the White Worm in _propria persona_ was not visible.
So she sat down in the window-seat and enjoyed the pleasure of a full view, from which she had been so long cut off.

The maid who waited on her had told her that Mr.Salton had not yet returned home, so she felt free to enjoy the luxury of peace and quiet.
As she looked out of the window, she saw something thin and white move along the avenue.