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HOPE was not without visitors, even at King's Dell. Mrs. Dane came to see her very often, and always brought flowers and fruit for the invalid. Hope enjoyed her visits immensely. She could talk freely and unrestrainedly to her, and leant upon her for counsel and advice. Lancelot was called away to see his property in the North, so he did not accompany his mother. Busy as she was, Hope was enjoying her cottage life more than she would have thought possible. Perhaps Brian's increased cheerfulness and energy infected her. He began to turn some of their waste ground into a kitchen garden, with a view to selling vegetables, and was always happy when he was working in the open-air.
The days drew in, and autumn began to verge into winter. Still Mr. St. Clair remained in the same condition, and though they were not quite so tied to the sick-room, he was a great anxiety and care.