I am glad my common-sense came to the rescue at last.

Do you think I shall go off suddenly, or shall I have to lie, panting, like those poor creatures I've seen at the hospital, labouring for breath?
I shouldn't like that." The doctor shook his head.

How was he to know when the worn-out heart would cease to perform its functions, and after what manner?
"We must hope that you will not suffer," he said gently.

"I will do my best to save you that." "And I've plenty of spirit for whatever the good God sends," Lady Anne said, her face lighting up.

"I've always had great spirit.