She now resolved to go to her dear companion with all her trials and tale of suffering.

At intervals this hope died away, but in the end gained the mastery.

It was this resolve that kept Lady Rosamond from joining in the festive train that set off that morning.

It was this resolve that detained Mary Douglas as well.

It was this resolve that bade Lady Rosamond to seek the quiet of her chamber preparatory to the trying disclosure.
Lady Douglas little divined the cause of those pale cheeks, as she ascribed them to the recent fatigue of an evening.
With heavy heart Lady Rosamond prepared for the reception of her confidante.