There! Isn't that better ?" patting the pillow deftly.

"I'm afraid you have needed more loving care than a paid attendant can give you," glancing at old Martha Phibbs, who stood some paces away, and lowering her voice that she might not be overheard.
"But for a time, at least, I mean to be your nurse, and look after your wants.

You should have sent for me before, Aunt Jane." "Don't trouble yourself; Phibbs knows my ways, and does all that is required," said the invalid, rather testily.

"Run away, now, Louise.
The housekeeper will show you to your room.

It's opposite Elizabeth's, and you will do well to make her acquaintance at once.