But we must make allowances for her.

She's never been taught what is right.

And you WERE too hard on her, Rachel." Marilla could not help tacking on that last sentence, although she was again surprised at herself for doing it.

Mrs.Rachel got up with an air of offended dignity.
"Well, I see that I'll have to be very careful what I say after this, Marilla, since the fine feelings of orphans, brought from goodness knows where, have to be considered before anything else.

Oh, no, I'm not vexed--don't worry yourself.