There was still something of the old diffidence in her manner, but the effect of her motherhood was discernible.

Adela was childless--a circumstance in itself provocative of a gentle sense of protection in Letty's heart.
'You'll let us see you every day, darling ?' 'As often as I can, Letty.

Don't let mother get low-spirited.

There's nothing to grieve about.' Letty returned to the sitting-room; Mrs.Waltham was still pressing the handkerchief on this cheek and that alternately.
'How wonderful she is!' Letty exclaimed.

'I feel as if I could never again fret over little troubles.' 'Adela has a strong character,' assented the mother with mournful pride.
Letty, unable to sit long without her baby, fetched it from the nurse's arms.