"I am very much obliged to you, Jane," she said to the girl, when she got into the four-wheeled cab on the eventful day of her journey to Mallowe.

"I don't know what I should have done without you, I'm sure.

I feel so smart in my dress now that you have altered it.

If Lady Maria's maid ever thinks of leaving her, I am sure I could recommend you for her place.".