"But, Jed, DO you think that is the decision he referred to?
And why hasn't he said a word to me, his own sister, about it?
I'm sure he loves me." "Sartin he does, and that's just it, as I see it.

It ain't his own hopes and prospects alone that are all wrapped up in this thing, it's yours--and Babbie's.

He's troubled about what'll happen to you.

That's why he hasn't asked your advice, I believe." They were both silent for a moment.

Then she said, pleadingly, "Oh, Jed, it is up to you and me, isn't it?
What shall we do ?" It was the "we" in this sentence which thrilled.