Now, Jasmine darling, a great deal depends on this visit--yes, a great deal.

You and Daisy must be on your very best behavior.

You have never been in a great house like Shortlands, and it is only right that I, your instructress, should tell you how you are to behave.

You must take no liberties, dear; and you must not speak too much, or too fast; and you must look _very_ grateful when Mrs.Ellsworthy notices you, loves.

Oh, my poor dears! I feel over anxious, for so much depends on to-morrow." It was now Jasmine's turn to stare, and to begin to say--"I don't understand you." But Daisy burst out volubly-- "We are going up to Shortlands to run about--she said so.