27/28 And she is not your own sister either-nothing but a step-sister and what a hand she keeps over you!" "But this time don't say a word to Alyona Ivanovna," her husband interrupted; "that's my advice, but come round to us without asking. Later on your sister herself may have a notion." "Am I to come ?" "About seven o'clock to-morrow. You will be able to decide for yourself." "And we'll have a cup of tea," added his wife. He passed softly, unnoticed, trying not to miss a word. |