28/35 My illness began before.' Wilfrid stood with his eyes on the ground. 'What else did Mrs.Baxendale say ?' 'Nothing. Her surprise when she heard this from your mother was as great as mine when it was repeated to me.' 'It is true,' Emily repeated, more calmly, as if relieved. 'I don't try to conceal that there is a reason I may not speak of. Will you not believe that it is strong enough to change my life? |