Mary Grant had no idea what she was wanted for.

She greeted Blake with a glad smile, and waited to hear what Pinnock had to say.

It did not take the lawyer long to put the story before her: but it was some time before she could understand it.

Nothing so tragic had ever entered her life before, and she seemed almost stunned.
Mrs.Gordon moved to her side and took her hand.
"It is very terrible for you--for us all, dear," she said.

"You must listen to what Mr.Pinnock says, and make up your mind.