She knew the ways of Uppercross as well as those of Kellynch.

The two families were so continually meeting, so much in the habit of running in and out of each other's house at all hours, that it was rather a surprise to her to find Mary alone; but being alone, her being unwell and out of spirits was almost a matter of course.

Though better endowed than the elder sister, Mary had not Anne's understanding nor temper.

While well, and happy, and properly attended to, she had great good humour and excellent spirits; but any indisposition sunk her completely.

She had no resources for solitude; and inheriting a considerable share of the Elliot self-importance, was very prone to add to every other distress that of fancying herself neglected and ill-used.