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Suddenly mindful of her duty towards her father, and the danger of arousing him at this critical moment, Grace led her involuntary guest into the dining-room. At the same moment she heard the noise of wheels outside, and gratefully recognised the fact that the nurse was returning. Bidding Bessie stay where she was for a moment, she welcomed the nurse, whose placid features showed that she had heard no ill news in Leverton.
-"I am glad the child is better," Grace said, "if I may judge from your face. My father has only been awake for a few moments, and I have followed your instructions to the letter. I have a friend here to see me--a friend who is in a deal of trouble, but if you want me I shall be in the dining-room."