She rose and held out her hand.
"I will stay with her for a little while," she said.

"Till I feel there is no more need.

Then I must get back to work." He looked into her eyes, holding her hand, and she felt his body trembling.

She knew he was about to speak, and held up a warning hand.
"That's all, my lad," she said with a smile.

"My love to you, and God speed you." Mrs.Phillips progressed slowly but steadily.