I suppose Bertram will call for you presently." Beatrice did not make any response to this remark, but she drew a little cane chair forward and sat down.
"Except your mother, no one will miss you more than I shall when you leave us, Beatrice," said the Rector.

"You are quite right to go, my dear.

Quite right.

I see a useful and honorable career before you.

But I may be allowed just once to say that I shall be lonely without my favorite." "Dear Rector," said Beatrice.