"It is not uncomfortable here, and I think it is always best." "But it is so early, and on deck the air is so pleasant.

Should you mind my leaving you for a little while ?" "Not at all.

There is no reason why you should stay down here if you dislike it.

Maurice will take care of you." But Lucia had no intention of waiting for Maurice.

She saw her mother comfortably settled, and then stole up alone to the deck.