Mrs.Waltham had grave fears for her daughter; doctors suspected some organic disease, one summoned from London going so far as to hint at a weakness of the chest.

Early in November it was decided to go south for the winter, and Exmouth was chosen, chiefly because Mrs.
Westlake was spending a month there.

Mr.Westlake, whose interest in Adela had grown with each visit he paid to the Manor, himself suggested the plan.

Mrs.Waltham and Adela left Wanley together; Mutimer promised visits as often as he could manage to get away.

Since Rodman's departure Richard found himself overwhelmed with work.