I am merely Major McDonald's guest.

I wonder who told you that?
Shall I guess ?" Before he could realize her purpose the woman took a hasty step forward, and swept aside the curtain, thrusting her head past to where she could gain a view outside.

Hamlin pressed her back with one hand, planting himself squarely before the window.

She met his eyes spitefully.
"I was mistaken this time," she acknowledged, drawing away, "but I 'd like to know why you were so anxious to prevent my looking out.

Do you know whom I thought you had there ?" "As you please," rejoicing that the girl had escaped notice.
"That little snip of a Molly.