"Who--who told you that ?" "You did," he said doggedly.

"At least, you told Mr.Chesyl--in my presence." "Ah, I remember!" She uttered a tremulous little laugh.

"That was the day I caught you eavesdropping and ordered you off your own ground." "It was," said Jeff.

"I heard several things that day, and I guessed--other things." He paused, still looking straight at her.

"Miss Elliot," he said, "wouldn't it be easier for you to marry than to work for your living ?" The pretty brows went up in astonishment.