The relation between us can no longer be that of equals.

I am content to follow your directions.

But your dislike of me will make this impossible.' 'Dislike?
You misunderstand me wretchedly.

I think rather it is you who dislike me, as a weak woman with no command of her emotions.' Again they ceased from speech.

Presently Miss Barfoot stepped forward.
'Rhoda, I shall be away all to-morrow; I may not return to London until Monday morning.