But as he wrapped it into a neat parcel she made one more effort.
"What sort of a young man was Joseph Wegg ?" "Joe?
A mere boy, untried and unsettled.

A bright boy, in his way, and ambitious to have a part in the big world.

He's there now, I believe." He spoke with an air of relief, and handed Louise the parcel.
"Thank you, young ladies.

Pray call again if I can be of service to you," he added, in a brisker tone.
They had no recourse but to walk out, which they did without further words.

Indeed, they were all three silent until they had left the village far behind and were half way to the farm.
Then Patsy said, inquiringly: "Well, girls ?" "We have progressed," announced Louise, seriously.
"In what way ?" "Several things are impressed upon my mind," replied the girl.