4/51 "She's my--rather valuable--assistant." "She has been to church with me several times," said Ailsa. "I have spoken to her about becoming a communicant of Sainte Ursula's, and she desired to begin her instruction in October----" "But, confound it!--I want her with me!" interrupted the doctor impatiently. "My house and office require the services of Miss Lynden!" He turned and paced the room rapidly, hands clasped behind his bent back; then, halting: "Do you _want_ to go ?" he repeated. "You are very kind to wish me to remain. |