I will come and fetch you." He shook hands with Dot, and his face softened.

"Good-night," he said.
"Go to bed quickly! You're very tired." She gave him a fleeting smile, and turned to go.

She was tired to the soul.
Adela caught her by the arm as they ascended the stairs.

"You little quiet mouse, what's the matter?
Aren't you enjoying the adventure ?" Dot's face was sombre.

"I think I am too tired to enjoy anything to-night," she said.
"Tired! And no work to do! Why, what has come to you ?" Adela surveyed her with laughing criticism.
"Let's go to bed!" said Dot.