But, before you decide on being guided by his opinion, consult my older experience, and hear what I have to say on the subject.

Don't suppose that I am attempting to make you distrust this good friend," he added, noticing the look of uneasy surprise which Isabel fixed on him.

"No such idea is in my mind.

I only warn you that Moody's eagerness to be of service to you may mislead him.

You understand me." "Yes, sir," replied Isabel coldly; "I understand you.