Evidently this explained why Madam Borne had discharged her so heartlessly.

The gentleman from Isham, Marvin & Co.

had doubtless interviewed the Madam and told her what to do.

And then, knowing she would be at liberty, he had sent her this private instructor.
The girl felt that the conduct of her life had been taken out of her own hands entirely, and that she was now being guided and cared for by her unknown friend and benefactor.

And although she was inclined to resent the loss of her independence, at first, her judgment told her it would not only be wise but to her great advantage to submit.
She found Mrs.Wilson a charming and cultivated lady, who proved so gracious and kindly that the girl felt quite at ease in her presence.
She soon discovered how woefully ignorant Patsy was, and arranged a course of instruction that would be of most benefit to her.
"I have been asked to prepare you to enter a girls' college," she said, "and if you are attentive and studious I shall easily accomplish the task." Patsy invited her to stay to luncheon, which Mary served in the cosy dining-room, and then Mrs.Wilson departed and left her alone to think over this new example of her unknown friend's thoughtful care.
At three o'clock the door-bell rang and Mary ushered in another strange person--a pretty, fair-haired young lady, this time, who said she was to give Miss Doyle lessons on the piano.
Patsy was delighted.