So patient, so forgiving, so grateful to Herbert." "So grateful to Herbert." Mrs.Presty looked at her daughter in silent surprise.

There could be no doubt about it; Mrs.Linley failed entirely to see any possibilities of future danger in the grateful feeling of her sensitive governess toward her handsome husband.

At this exhibition of simplicity, the old lady's last reserves of endurance gave way: she rose to go.

"You have an excellent heart, Catherine," she remarked; "but as for your head--" "Well, and what of my head ?" "It's always beautifully dressed, my dear, by your maid." With that parting shot, Mrs.Presty took her departure by way of the library.
Almost at the same moment, the door of the breakfast-room was opened.

A young man advanced, and shook hands cordially with Mrs.Linley..