17/20 And when he is gone, have you reflected what to do ?" Mary, weeping bitterly, said, "No; only that she could never live in Drumston, or anywhere where she was known." "That is wise, my love," said Mrs.Buckley, "under the circumstances. We will be Ruth and Naomi, my dear. You would never get on without me." "That is what I say," said Mrs.Buckley. Why not come away out of all unhappy associations, and from the scorn and pity of your neighbours, to live safe and happy with all the best friends you have in the world ?" "What do you mean ?" said Mary. |