It is impossible to risk being interrupted in that way; my only alternative is to get the thing over as soon as possible.

Do you mind waiting ?" "Certainly not.

Have you any idea of what Lady Janet wants with you ?" "No.

Whatever it is, she shall not keep me long away from you.

You will be quite alone here; I have warned the servants not to show any one in." With those words he left her.
Mercy's first sensation was a sensation of relief--soon lost in a feeling of shame at the weakness which could welcome any temporary relief in such a position as hers.