"We certainly cannot admit of this interference," said Mrs.Tretherick, a fashionably dressed, indistinctive-looking woman.

"It is several days before the expiration of our agreement; and we do not feel, under the circumstances, justified in releasing Mrs.
Starbottle from its conditions." "Until the expiration of the school term, we must consider Miss Tretherick as complying entirely with its rules and discipline," imposed Dr.Crammer.

"The whole proceeding is calculated to injure the prospects, and compromise the position, of Miss Tretherick in society," suggested Mr.Robinson.
In vain Mr.Prince urged the failing condition of Mrs.Starbottle, her absolute freedom from complicity with Carry's flight, the pardonable and natural instincts of the girl, and his own assurance that they were willing to abide by her decision.

And then, with a rising color in his cheek, a dangerous look in his eye, but a singular calmness in his speech, he added: "One word more.

It becomes my duty to inform you of a circumstance which would certainly justify me, as an executor of the late Mr.Tretherick, in fully resisting your demands.