And when we go to the Hall you start early for the purpose of walking home without him." "Don't be foolish, Jane," I said; "John and I are just as good friends as ever.

But you must not suppose he always cares for our women's chatter.

We must give him a little rest sometimes." Jane was silenced, but not satisfied.

She thought I was beginning to look down on her brother.

The proud, loving heart would not brook this, and she, too, estranged herself from me.