It is her sacred place, and I go there never, Phebe." "But she knows where Mr.Sefton is," answered Phebe, "and we must ask her.

We cannot leave poor Mr.Acton alone.

If nobody else dare disturb her, I will." "She will not be vexed with you," said Madame Sefton.

"Knock at this door, Phebe; knock till she answers.

I am miserable about my son." Several times Phebe knocked, more loudly each time, until at last a low voice, sounding far away, bade them go in.