It was quite evident that his sister's announcement was not a welcome one.
She continued after a moment, as he did not respond in words: "I am sure I could make a living, Jack.

I'm not the 'new chum' I used to be, thanks to you.

You've taught me a whole heap of things." Jack glanced up for a second.

"Aren't you happy here ?" he said.
She eluded the question.

"You've been awfully good to me, dear old boy.
But really, you know, I think you've got burdens enough without me.