None, however, could inform the inquisitors, and they awaited the reading of the charges.
As Mrs.Wentworth entered the room she cast a look at the jury box, and a shudder came over her as she perceived Mr.Elder sitting among the jurymen.

She knew that he would not favor the dismissal of the case; but a gleam of hope presented itself in the person of Dr.
Mallard, who she believed to be a good man, notwithstanding his abrupt and true remarks at the bedside of her dying child.

These were the only two persons present she knew, save and except Mr.Swartz, who stood near by, ready to give his evidence against her.

But from him she expected nothing; nor did she intend to ask one word of favor or mercy.

There was no disposition within her to sue for mercy, nor did she purpose denying or palliating her having taken the money.
After the usual delay, Mrs.Wentworth was placed in the prisoners' stand and the charges preferred against her.