But take notice, Horace, I do not advise it, for I know it would wellnigh break both their hearts." For a moment Mr.Dinsmore seemed lost in thought.

Then he spoke: "That is a wise suggestion, Adelaide.

I thank you for it, and shall certainly take it into consideration.

Yet it is a measure I feel loth to adopt, for Chloe has been a most faithful creature.

I feel that I owe her a debt of gratitude for the excellent care she has taken of Elsie, and of her mother before her, and as you say, I fear it would wellnigh break both their hearts.