I'm afraid I'm different in that respect." Sylvia sat silent for a few moments, because she understood.

If Herbert granted the favor, he would look for something in return, though she had no idea what this would be.

She was conscious of a certain hesitation, but she did not allow it to influence her.
"I don't doubt it," she rejoined with a smile.

"Can't you let me have a check?
That will make you my creditor, but I'm not afraid you'll be very exacting.
"Well," was the response, "I will see what I can do." She went out and Lansing filled his pipe with a feeling of satisfaction.

He was not running much risk in parting with the money, and Sylvia might prove useful by and by.
Sylvia left Brantholme shortly afterward and, somewhat to her annoyance, found Ethel West a guest at the house she visited.