"I thought you would come and see me once again before I went," said Mrs. Hurtle, not rising from her sofa, but putting out her hand to greet him. "Sit there opposite, so that we can look at one another. I hope it has not been a trouble to you."
"Of course I came when you left word for me to do so."
"I certainly should not have expected it from any wish of your own."
"I should not have dared to come, had you not bade me. You know that."
"I know nothing of the kind;--but as you are here we will not quarrel as to your motives. Has Miss Carbury pardoned you as yet? Has she forgiven your sins?"

"I thought you would come and see me once again before I went," said Mrs. Hurtle, putting out her hand to greet him. "I hope it has not been a trouble to you."
"I should not have dared to come, had you not asked me. You know that."
"I know nothing of the kind; but as you are here we will not quarrel about it. Has Miss Carbury pardoned you yet?"
