"The letter beforehand to prepare his mind looks like it.

So it would be best if you and Fay were not there.

The aunts' affairs generally require the deepest secrecy." "And then father lets it all out at dinner before the servants," said Bessie over her shoulder as she departed.
When she was out of hearing Fay said with exasperation, "You are not wise to give way so much to Bessie, Magdalen.

She is selfishness itself.
Why did not you insist on her staying and helping with the aunts?
She never considers you." Magdalen was silent.
"I hate sitting here with the house staring at me," said Fay.

"I can't think why you are so fond of this bench.